Road Trips from Manchester, VT
Manchester, VT, is your launchpad for a variety of Vermont drives. You've got a cluster of short trips under two hours, some with park access like Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, perfect for a day out. If you're looking to go further, there are several destinations around the 2.5 to 3-hour mark, also often including park access, that could make for a longer day trip or a potential overnight. For the most ambitious, there’s a longer haul option to Pennsylvania.
Total Routes
13
Shortest
0.2h
With Parks Nearby
9
Under 2 hours
Springfield, VT
1h 8m38.6 mi one way
This 1.1-hour drive offers a straightforward route with a solid 8 for its drive score, making it a reliable choice for a quick escape. It's a good option if you want to be near Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park without committing to a longer journey.
Hartford, VT
1h 51m77.2 mi one way
Clocking in at 1.9 hours, this route is a longer highway-focused drive compared to closer options like North Bennington. It doesn't offer park access, but provides a more extended highway experience than many of the shorter trips from Manchester.
Brattleboro, VT
1h 21m47.5 mi one way
At 1.4 hours, this is a moderately long highway drive with a drive score of 7. It's a good middle ground if you want something longer than a quick jaunt but don't need park access. It's longer than the drive to North Bennington but shorter than the trip to Hartford.
North Bennington, VT
35m19.9 mi one way
This is the shortest drive on the list at just 0.6 hours, making it ideal for a very quick outing. It's a highway-focused route with a drive score of 7, offering a brief road trip experience without park proximity.
Dorset, VT
12m6.8 mi one way
At only 0.2 hours, this is the closest destination, perfect for a very brief excursion. The drive features mostly flat terrain and has a lower drive score of 6, indicating a more relaxed pace compared to the highway-focused options.
Full-day getaway
8 total in this range
Milton, VT
3h 7m115.6 mi one way
This 3.1-hour drive is one of the longer options, featuring a high drive score of 9 and access to Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park. It's a substantial trip, longer than the drives to Burlington or Shelburne, offering a more extensive mixed terrain experience.
Burlington, VT
2h 44m99.8 mi one way
Covering 99.8 miles and taking 2.7 hours, this route boasts a high drive score of 9 and includes access to Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park. It's a significant drive, longer than the trip to Shelburne, offering a mixed terrain journey.
Shelburne, VT
2h 29m92.9 mi one way
This 2.5-hour drive is a strong option with a drive score of 9 and proximity to Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park. It's a more substantial trip than those under two hours, offering a mixed terrain experience.
Williston, VT
2h 45m102.3 mi one way
South Burlington, VT
2h 45m102 mi one way
At 2.8 hours and 102 miles, this route scores a 9 for its drive and includes access to Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park. The terrain is mostly flat, making it a comfortable, longer mixed drive option.
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When to Go
Spring
Spring drives benefit from the access to Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, offering opportunities for outdoor exploration on routes with varied terrain.
Summer
Summer is ideal for the longer mixed drives, like those to Burlington or Milton, which include park access and offer a full day's adventure.
Fall
The numerous highway-focused drives, especially those under two hours, are excellent for experiencing Vermont's fall foliage.
Winter
Shorter, highway-focused drives like the one to North Bennington are practical for quick trips, though park access might be limited.
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