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Fall Road Trips in Vermont

Routes

30

Avg Distance

167 mi

Avg Drive

3h 41m

Destinations

24

Vermont in the fall means vibrant foliage painting the landscape. This state offers 30 routes perfect for leaf-peeping, averaging 168 miles and under 4 hours. You'll find drives with gently rolling terrain and maximum elevations up to 1964 feet, with many routes featuring parks. For those prioritizing charging infrastructure, one route boasts excellent EV coverage with 27 DC fast chargers.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.39/gal

Diesel: $6.28/gal

Typical trip cost

$27–$34

One-way, ~167 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~58 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-10-19

Climate through the year: Vermont

Vermont peaks at around 82°F in Jul and cools to 29°F / 13°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jun at ~4.3 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 29 13 2.1 21.1
Feb 32 14 1.8 19.3
Mar 41 24 2.2 17.5
Apr 55 36 3.1 4.1
May 69 48 3.8 —
Jun 78 57 4.3 —
Jul 82 62 4.1 —
Aug 81 61 3.5 —
Sep peak 73 53 3.7 —
Oct peak 59 42 3.8 0.3
Nov peak 46 32 2.7 5.7
Dec 35 21 2.5 19.5

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for VT — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Vermont that work well for fall travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 167 miles).
Current regular gas averages $4.39/gallon in Vermont (week of 2026-10-19). Diesel: $6.28/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $27 and $34. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Sep, Oct, Nov, Vermont typically sees daytime highs in the 46–73°F range with about 3.4 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Fall Routes

Editor's pick

Brattleboro, VT → Franklin, VT

194.9 mi 3h 58m Score: 8/10 ~$34 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

This 195-mile drive scores an 8 out of 10, traversing gently rolling terrain with a peak elevation of 1485 feet, making it a solid choice for experiencing the state's autumn colors. It includes access to parks for added exploration.

Editor's pick

Milton, VT → Whitingham, VT

191 mi 4h 2m Score: 8/10 ~$33 fuel

Through: White River → Bennington

5 tricky spots High drive quality

With a drive score of 8, this 191-mile route offers expansive views across gently rolling terrain, reaching a maximum elevation of 1964 feet. The inclusion of parks along the way provides opportunities to pause and enjoy the scenery.

Editor's pick

Brattleboro, VT → Swanton, VT

186.4 mi 3h 39m Score: 8/10 ~$32 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

This route stands out with its excellent EV coverage, featuring 27 DC fast chargers along its 186-mile stretch. It also earns a drive score of 8, navigating gently rolling terrain up to 1564 feet and providing access to several parks.

Milton, VT → Wilmington, VT

183 mi 3h 49m Score: 8/10 ~$32 fuel

Through: White River → Bennington

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Winooski, VT → Whitingham, VT

178.2 mi 3h 43m Score: 8/10 ~$31 fuel

Through: White River → Bennington

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Richford, VT

176.6 mi 4h 25m Score: 9/10 ~$31 fuel

Through: Saint Albans

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Montgomery, VT

176.6 mi 4h 27m Score: 9/10 ~$31 fuel

Through: Saint Albans

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Milton, VT → Dover, VT

174.3 mi 3h 48m Score: 8/10 ~$30 fuel

Through: White River

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Milton, VT → Marlboro, VT

173.9 mi 3h 35m Score: 8/10 ~$30 fuel

Through: White River → Bennington

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brattleboro, VT → Enosburg Falls, VT

171.9 mi 3h 48m Score: 8/10 ~$30 fuel

Through: Stowe

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Berkshire, VT

171.5 mi 4h 22m Score: 9/10 ~$30 fuel

Through: Saint Albans

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brattleboro, VT → South Hero, VT

168.7 mi 3h 23m Score: 8/10 ~$29 fuel

Through: Colchester

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Milton, VT → Guilford, VT

167.3 mi 3h 21m Score: 8/10 ~$29 fuel

Through: White River

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Franklin, VT

166.5 mi 4h 12m Score: 9/10 ~$29 fuel

Through: Saint Albans

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Franklin, VT → Springfield, VT

164.2 mi 3h 23m Score: 8/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: White River

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Lyndon, VT

163.6 mi 3h 33m Score: 8/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: White River Junction

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brattleboro, VT → Charlotte, VT

161.7 mi 3h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: Rutland

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mosquitoville, VT → Williamstown, MA

161.2 mi 3h 49m Score: 8/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: Bennington

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Sheldon, VT

160.2 mi 4h 3m Score: 9/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: Saint Albans

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brattleboro, VT → Cambridge, VT

159.5 mi 3h 19m Score: 8/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: Williston

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brattleboro, VT → Irasburg, VT

158 mi 3h 7m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Swanton, VT

158 mi 3h 53m Score: 9/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: Saint Albans

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Sheldon, VT → Springfield, VT

157.9 mi 3h 13m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: White River

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Johnson, VT

156.7 mi 3h 51m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: Stowe

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → St Johnsbury, VT

156.4 mi 3h 25m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: White River Junction

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Milton, VT → Putney, VT

156.2 mi 3h 7m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: White River

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Saint Johnsbury, VT

156 mi 3h 24m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: White River Junction

5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Bennington, VT → St Johnsbury, VT

155.9 mi 3h 27m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: White River Junction

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brattleboro, VT → Craftsbury, VT

155.6 mi 3h 14m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: Montpelier

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bennington, VT → Craftsbury, VT

155.3 mi 3h 54m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: Barre

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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