Origin
Sunderland, VT
Morning in Sunderland on Wednesday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sunderland, VT to Arlington, VT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
9m
Distance
4 mi
6 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 9m
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6 AM
0h 9m
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8 AM
0h 11m
10 AM
0h 10m
12 PM
0h 10m
3 PM
0h 10m
5 PM
0h 11m
8 PM
0h 9m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sunderland, VT to Arlington, VT covers 4 miles and takes about 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vermont Route 7A, Dunham Road, Sunderland Hill Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 1.6 miles on Vermont Route 7A. At current regular gas prices, budget about $0.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
2 miles from Sunderland, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Sunderland, VT to Arlington, VT covers 4 miles and takes about 9m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 7A is the longest continuous segment at about 1.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near Dunham Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sunderland, VT to Arlington, VT is easy. At 9m with 40% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (Dunham Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (VT 7A / Vermont Route 7A): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Dunham Road
Turn right onto Dunham Road
Navigation decision point
4
2.4 mi into trip
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~6m in
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VT 7A / Vermont Route 7A
At end of road, turn left onto VT 7A / Vermont Route 7A
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 7A | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Dunham Road | 1.5 mi | 4m |
| Sunderland Hill Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 7A
— 1.6 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunderland, VT and Arlington, VT.
1
Start on Sunderland Hill Road
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Sunderland Hill Road
2
Turn right onto Dunham Road
1.5 mi
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4 min
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Dunham Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto VT 7A
1.6 mi
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3 min
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Vermont Route 7A
4
Arrive at destination
VT 7A; VT 313
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 2 miles from Sunderland, VT, or about 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 1.6 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 4 miles or 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 2 miles or 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sunderland, 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 Sunderland, VT
This is one driving day of about 4 miles and 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sunderland, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 7A for about 1.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 2 mi from Sunderland, VT · 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
2 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 4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 2 miles from Sunderland, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, VT
The final approach into Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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
$0.64 one way
$1.29 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
1 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $0.71 | $1.42 |
| premium | $4.86 | $0.77 | $1.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $0.88 | $1.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 1.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $0 in charging · 0 stops · 100% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.2 | 0 | $0.42 | $0.19 |
| Efficient EV | 1 | 0 | $0.35 | $0.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.56 | $0.26 |
Gas CO2
1 kg
EV CO2
0 kg (100% 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
Arlington, VT
Morning in Arlington on Wednesday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
21 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
9m 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 Sunderland, VT to Arlington, VT covers 4 miles and takes about 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 7A, Dunham Road, Sunderland Hill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 2 miles from Sunderland, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.64 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Sunderland, VT to Arlington, VT is easy. At 9m with 40% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (Dunham Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (VT 7A / Vermont Route 7A): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sunderland, VT to Arlington, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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