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Summer Road Trips in Vermont

Routes

30

Avg Distance

159 mi

Avg Drive

3h 28m

Destinations

23

Summer in Vermont offers a chance to explore the Green Mountain State with its 30 routes averaging 168 miles and 220 minutes. These drives boast a drive score range of 8, with some routes featuring excellent EV coverage and up to 28 DC fast chargers. You can find trips with park access, ideal for enjoying the warmer months.

Planning Tips

Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Vermont that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 159 miles).

Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.

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.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

Brattleboro, VT → Franklin, VT

194.9 mi 3h 58m Score: 8/10

With a drive score of 8 and excellent EV coverage, this 194.9-mile route is well-suited for electric vehicle drivers, featuring 28 DC fast chargers along its path.

Editor's pick

Milton, VT → Wilmington, VT

183 mi 3h 49m Score: 8/10

This highway-focused route spans 183 miles and includes access to parks, making it a good option for those who enjoy outdoor stops during their summer travels.

Berkshire, VT → Brattleboro, VT

177.3 mi 4h Score: 9/10

Bennington, VT → Berkshire, VT

171.5 mi 4h 22m Score: 9/10

Wilmington, VT → Burlington, VT

169.7 mi 3h 31m Score: 8/10

Milton, VT → Guilford, VT

167.3 mi 3h 21m Score: 8/10

Bennington, VT → Franklin, VT

166.5 mi 4h 12m Score: 9/10

Milton, VT → Brattleboro, VT

166 mi 3h 21m Score: 8/10

Bennington, VT → Lyndon, VT

163.6 mi 3h 33m Score: 8/10

Bakersfield, VT → Bennington, VT

162.7 mi 4h 8m Score: 9/10

Brattleboro, VT → Cambridge, VT

159.5 mi 3h 19m Score: 8/10

Bennington, VT → Bakersfield, VT

158.8 mi 4h 8m Score: 9/10

Brattleboro, VT → Irasburg, VT

158 mi 3h 7m Score: 8/10

Bennington, VT → Johnson, VT

156.7 mi 3h 51m Score: 8/10

St Johnsbury, VT → North Bennington, VT

156.4 mi 3h 27m Score: 8/10

North Bennington, VT → St Johnsbury, VT

155.9 mi 3h 27m Score: 8/10

Brattleboro, VT → Craftsbury, VT

155.6 mi 3h 14m Score: 8/10

Brattleboro, VT → Hinesburg, VT

154 mi 3h 4m Score: 8/10

West Brattleboro, VT → Colchester, VT

153.3 mi 3h 5m Score: 8/10

Brattleboro, VT → Winooski, VT

153.2 mi 3h 2m Score: 8/10

Newfane, VT → South Burlington, VT

153 mi 3h 9m Score: 8/10

Brattleboro, VT → Burlington, VT

152.6 mi 3h 2m Score: 8/10

Barton, VT → Brattleboro, VT

150.2 mi 2h 57m Score: 8/10

Brattleboro, VT → Essex Junction, VT

149.6 mi 2h 58m Score: 8/10

Milton, VT → Westminster, VT

147.9 mi 2h 58m Score: 8/10

Berkshire, VT → Springfield, VT

146.8 mi 3h 25m Score: 9/10

Bennington, VT → Cambridge, VT

145.9 mi 3h 48m Score: 9/10

Bennington, VT → Hardwick, VT

145.7 mi 3h 36m Score: 8/10

Williston, VT → Guilford, VT

144.8 mi 2h 51m Score: 8/10

Montgomery, VT → Springfield, VT

143.2 mi 3h 14m Score: 9/10

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