Brandon, VT Road Trips
Drivers starting from Brandon, VT have 4 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 51 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Brandon, VT spread mainly north and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
9
Longest Drive
70.8 mi
Bennington, VT
Quickest Drive
34m
Pierces Corner, VT
Plan Around Brandon, VT
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Brandon, VT is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Brandon, VT
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Brandon, VT
Driving from Brandon, VT
Expect an average of 51 miles and about 1h 20m behind the wheel when leaving Brandon, VT. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 67 miles (1h 45m), while the shortest is just 21 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Brandon, VT most often head toward Milton, VT (66.8 mi, 1h 45m), Hartford, VT (59.4 mi, 1h 30m), Colchester, VT (58.4 mi, 1h 32m), and Pierces Corner, VT (20.8 mi, 34m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in VT currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 51-mile trip from Brandon, VT, budget about $8 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Brandon, VT and 6 routes heading into Brandon, VT, covering 10 total connections. Distances range from 21 to 67 miles.
The longest mapped route from Brandon, VT covers 67 miles and takes approximately 1h 45m. Shorter options start at just 21 miles.
The average route from Brandon, VT runs about 51 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 20m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 51-mile trip from Brandon, VT costs roughly $8 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Brandon, VT include Milton, VT, Hartford, VT, Colchester, VT and Pierces Corner, VT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Brandon, VT by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,892
Median Income
$54,138
Median Home Value
$218,800
Median Age
50.8
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Brandon, VT
Brandon is a town in Southern Vermont with a population of 4,000 people. The town is known for its vibrant arts scene, including several well known artists who reside there.
1 Brandon Artist's Guild, 7 Center St, ☏ +1 802-247-4956. The Brandon Artist's Guild gallery features rotating exhibits of artwork from local artists. (updated Jun 2017)
Moosalamoo National Recreation Area. Part of the Green Mountain National Forest, the recreation area offers hiking, camping, swimming, berry picking, and a host of other outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy. (updated Jun 2017)
Café Provence, 11 Center St., ☏ +1 802-247-9997. Restaurant, bar, and bakery offering excellent French cuisine. (updated Jun 2017)
Brandon Inn, 20 Park St., toll-free: +1 800-639-8685. Located in the center of town and across from the village green, the family-owned inn is full of Vermont charm. The inn has been operating since 1786 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. (updated Jun 2017)
Route 7 runs north-south and serves as the main road through town. Route 73 runs east-west.
Travel tips adapted from Brandon (Vermont) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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