Origin
St Johnsbury, VT
Night in St Johnsbury on Sunday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from St Johnsbury, VT to North Bennington, VT
Drive Time
3h 27m
Distance
156.4 mi
252 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 15m
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6 AM
3h 28m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
St Johnsbury, VT
Tom Fisk
North Bennington, VT
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
Traveling from St. Johnsbury to North Bennington covers 156.4 miles of Vermont terrain, typically taking about 3 hours and 27 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused route, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will spend roughly $25 on fuel to make the trek, moving through the Northeast region of the state. Utilizing I-91, U.S. Route 7, and Vermont Route 11, the drive offers a straightforward transit across the state. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a weekend getaway, the trip is manageable and efficient for most drivers.
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
78.2 miles from St Johnsbury, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed travel, as 88% of your journey takes place on major highways. You will settle into a steady rhythm during the longest stretch of 93.8 miles on I-91, which accounts for the majority of the time behind the wheel. Once you transition off the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you navigate U.S. Route 7 and Vermont Route 11. This blend of fast-paced highway driving and connecting state routes keeps the experience moving quickly. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that favors efficiency over winding, technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 93.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and U.S. Route 7. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Railroad Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 27m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 95.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles (VT 103 / Rockingham Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 5 / Railroad Street
Turn sharp right onto US 5 / Railroad Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
95.7 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
5
95.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
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VT 103 / Rockingham Road
At end of road, turn left onto VT 103 / Rockingham Road
Navigation decision point
7
154 mi into trip
|
~3h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward VT 7A North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward VT 7A North
5
156.1 mi into trip
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~3h 26m in
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Prospect Street
At end of road, turn right onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from St Johnsbury, VT to North Bennington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Bellows Falls along the way.
Bellows Falls
95.7 mi in
|
~1h 51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 93.8 mi | 1h 48m |
| U.S. Route 7 | 19.8 mi | 27m |
| Vermont Route 11 | 17.1 mi | 26m |
| Rockingham Road | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Vermont Route 11 West | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Simonsville Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 103 South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Depot Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 93.8 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St Johnsbury, VT and North Bennington, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
90 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn sharp right onto US 5
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Railroad Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
4
Merge onto I 91
94 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
I 91
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 6
Toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
6
At end of road, turn left onto VT 103
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Rockingham Road
7
Continue on VT 103
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
8
Continue on VT 11; VT 103
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
9
Continue on VT 11
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 11 West
10
Continue on VT 11
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Simonsville Road
11
Continue on VT 11
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 11
12
Continue on VT 100; VT 11
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Main Street
13
Continue on VT 11
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 11
14
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Depot Street
15
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Depot Street
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 7 South: Bennington
17
Merge onto US 7
20 mi
·
27 min
·
U.S. Route 7
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward VT 7A
19
Keep slight right at fork
482 ft
·
13 sec
Toward VT 7A North
Use the right lane.
20
Turn straight onto VT 7A
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Harwood Hill Road
21
Turn left onto Overlea Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Overlea Road
22
Continue on Mechanic Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mechanic Street
23
At end of road, turn right onto Prospect Street
429 ft
·
15 sec
·
Prospect Street
24
Turn right onto Sage Street
179 ft
·
6 sec
·
Sage Street
25
Turn right onto VT 67A
444 ft
·
20 sec
·
Main Street
26
Turn left onto VT 67
20 ft
·
0 sec
·
Bank Street
27
Arrive at destination
VT 67
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid potential traffic. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the nearly three-and-a-half-hour duration can feel long without a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving St. Johnsbury to ensure you stay within your $25 budget. Given the significant portion of the route spent on I-91, stay alert for changing speed limits as you transition onto the state-level roads. Using your single allotted stop to transition between highway segments is a great way to maintain your focus for the final leg of the drive.
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 78.2 miles from St Johnsbury, VT, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.8 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 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.2 miles or 1h 31m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Bennington, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving St Johnsbury, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 St Johnsbury, VT
This is one driving day of about 156.4 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from St Johnsbury, 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 I 91 for about 93.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.2 mi from St Johnsbury, VT · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.2 miles from St Johnsbury, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.8 miles.
Arriving in North Bennington, VT
The final approach into North Bennington, 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 North Bennington, 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
$25.04 one way
$50.07 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $27.44 | $54.89 |
| premium | $4.83 | $29.73 | $59.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.75 | $69.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.42 | $7.51 |
| Efficient EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.69 | $6.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.90 | $10.01 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Destination
North Bennington, VT
Night in North Bennington on Sunday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 27m 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 St Johnsbury, VT to North Bennington, VT covers 156.4 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, U.S. Route 7, Vermont Route 11. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78.2 miles from St Johnsbury, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.04 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 27m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 95.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles (VT 103 / Rockingham Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from St Johnsbury, VT to North Bennington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Bellows Falls along the way.
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