Origin
Bellows Falls, VT
Late night in Bellows Falls on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bellows Falls, VT to Brattleboro, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
24.9 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bellows Falls, VT
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Brattleboro, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, efficient connection between Bellows Falls and Brattleboro, this 24.9-mile transit is an ideal choice. Expect to spend about 33 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect day trip for those navigating the Northeast. Since the route is short and straightforward, you will not need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $4 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel expenses for the duration of the trip. The journey remains entirely within Vermont, offering a simple transition between these two riverside communities without the need for complex planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 19.2 mi | 22m |
| U.S. Route 5 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Westminster Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Western Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| High Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Canal Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 19.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellows Falls, VT and Brattleboro, VT.
1
Start on US 5
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Westminster Street
2
Continue on Westminster Street
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Westminster Street
3
Continue on US 5
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
U.S. Route 5
4
Take the ramp
496 ft
·
13 sec
5
Merge onto Westminster Street
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
Westminster Street
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
7
Merge onto I 91
19 mi
·
22 min
·
I 91
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2
Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
9
At end of road, turn left onto VT 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
10
Continue on VT 9
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
Canal Street
13
Turn right
110 ft
·
8 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 24.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
3.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
23.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
4
24.7 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 5 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
24.9 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 5 / Canal Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
4
24.9 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.01 one way
$8.02 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.77 | $9.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.50 | $11.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.59 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Brattleboro, VT
Late night in Brattleboro on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
33m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive that relies heavily on I-91 to get you to your destination quickly. With 86% of the trip spent on the interstate, you can anticipate a steady, efficient pace for the majority of your travel. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 19.2 miles on I-91, which provides a consistent driving experience compared to the local segments on Westminster Street and U.S. Route 5. The transition from the highway back to local roads is minimal, keeping the drive feeling direct and functional throughout.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.2 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and U.S. Route 5. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 24.9 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.7 miles (US 5 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bellows Falls, VT to Brattleboro, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Bennington along the way.
Bennington
23.1 mi in
|
~27m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 24.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.2 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through VT can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.7 miles (US 5 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brattleboro, VT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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