Trip from North Bennington, VT to South Burlington, VT

Drive Time

3h 13m

Distance

122.2 mi

197 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

3h 2m ★

6 AM

3h 14m

8 AM

3h 37m

10 AM

3h 22m

12 PM

3h 20m

3 PM

3h 23m

5 PM

3h 36m

8 PM

3h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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North Bennington, VT

Mark Stebnicki

South Burlington, VT

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

Spanning 122.2 miles, this drive from North Bennington to South Burlington is a straightforward journey through the heart of Vermont. You can expect to spend about 3 hours and 13 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfectly manageable one-day trip that requires no overnight stay. Budgeting around $20 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trek. By utilizing a mix of NY 67, State Highway 22, and Vermont Route 22A North, you will transition efficiently between these two northern locations. It is a practical route for travelers who prefer a direct, highway-focused path rather than navigating winding rural backroads.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

61.1 miles from North Bennington, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .

Drive Character

This 122.2-mile journey is defined by a significant 78% highway share, offering you a consistent and relatively fast-paced driving experience. You will spend the bulk of your time on major thoroughfares, with the longest uninterrupted stretch occurring on Vermont Route 22A North, which spans 39.2 miles. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the character of the road is functional and steady, allowing you to cover ground quickly. While you will encounter shifts between state highways and local routes, the overall design prioritizes efficiency over technical, slow-speed maneuvering. Expect a predictable rhythm as you navigate the transition from the southern reaches of the state toward the Burlington area.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Vermont Route 22A North is the longest continuous segment at about 39.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 22A North and State Highway 22. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 41.5 miles in near NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 122.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 41.5 miles (NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 118.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 119 miles (I 189): Merge point - match speed before joining.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

41.5 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in | NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

118.7 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in

Take the exit toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right / right lanes. Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans

119 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in | I 189

Merge onto I 189 toward I 89

Merge point - match speed before joining

Toward I 89

120.2 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans

121.4 mi into trip | ~3h 11m in

Take the exit toward US 2 East: South Burlington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward US 2 East: South Burlington

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Vermont Route 22A North	39.2 mi	1h 1m
State Highway 22	27.7 mi	39m
NY 67	12.6 mi	18m
Ethan Allen Highway	12.3 mi	19m
State Highway 22A	10.6 mi	16m
Shelburne Road	6.6 mi	13m
South Main Street	3.7 mi	7m
Vermont Route 67 West	1.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Vermont Route 22A North — 39.2 mi, about 1h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North Bennington, VT and South Burlington, VT.

Start on VT 67

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Bank Street

Continue on VT 67

1.8 mi · 2 min · Vermont Route 67 West

Continue on NY 67

13 mi · 18 min · NY 67

Continue on NY 22

9.5 mi · 13 min · State Highway 22

Continue on 22

1.9 mi · 4 min · South Main Street

Continue on NY 22

15 mi · 21 min · State Highway 22

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22; NY 149

2.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 22

Continue on NY 22A

11 mi · 16 min · State Highway 22A

Continue on VT 22A

1.9 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Turn slight left onto VT 22A

0.1 mi · 11 sec · North Park Place

Turn right onto VT 22A

1.0 mi · 1 min · Washington Street

Continue on Vermont Route 22A North

39 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Vermont Route 22A North

Continue on VT 22A

1.5 mi · 4 min · West Main Street

Turn right onto Monkton Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Monkton Road

Turn left onto US 7

0.9 mi · 1 min · U.S. Route 7

Continue on US 7

12 mi · 19 min · Ethan Allen Highway

Continue on US 7

6.6 mi · 13 min · Shelburne Road

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans Use the slight right / right lanes.

Merge onto I 189

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 189

Toward I 89

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans

Merge onto I 89

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 89

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec

Toward US 2 East: South Burlington

Turn slight right onto US 2

0.6 mi · 1 min · Williston Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 2

87 ft · 2 sec · Williston Road

Arrive at destination

US 2

Trip Plan

Since the total duration is just over three hours, you have the flexibility to complete this trip in a single morning or afternoon without feeling rushed. Planning for one stop along the way is a smart way to break up the drive and keep your focus sharp, especially during the longer 39.2-mile segments. Given that fuel costs are estimated at $20, it is helpful to check your levels before leaving North Bennington to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between NY 67 and Vermont Route 22A North to ensure you stay on the most efficient path. Because this route is highway-heavy, try to avoid peak commuting hours if you want to maintain a steady pace throughout the entire 122.2-mile span.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 61.1 miles from North Bennington, VT, or about 1h 32m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 2h 1m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 61.1 miles or 1h 32m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 35m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Burlington, VT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving North Bennington, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from North Bennington, VT

This is one driving day of about 122.2 miles and 3h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Bennington, VT.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 22A North for about 39.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 61.1 mi from North Bennington, VT · 1h 32m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rome, NY

61 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Rome, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Schenectady, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 61.1 miles from North Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in South Burlington, VT

The final approach into South Burlington, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around South Burlington, VT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.56 one way

$39.12 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$21.44	$42.89
premium	$4.83	$23.23	$46.46
diesel	$5.64	$27.15	$54.30

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 42.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	36.7	$12.83	$5.87
Efficient EV	30.6	$10.69	$4.89
EV Truck/SUV	48.9	$17.11	$7.82

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

North Bennington, VT

Evening in North Bennington on Sunday

Local time

8:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

South Burlington, VT

Evening in South Burlington on Sunday

Local time

8:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

8 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 13m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from North Bennington, VT to South Burlington, VT covers 122.2 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Vermont Route 22A North, State Highway 22, NY 67. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 61.1 miles from North Bennington, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from North Bennington, VT to South Burlington, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from North Bennington, VT to South Burlington, VT

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in South Burlington, VT

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

North Bennington, VT

South Burlington, VT

Same local time

8 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 13m on the road

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