Bennington, VT to Craftsbury, VT is 155.3 miles and takes about 3 hours 54 minutes via U.S. Route 7 and I 89, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The route is primarily highway driving, making it a straightforward and efficient trip. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, so it's a good option if you're looking for a direct connection between these two locations without extensive time on smaller byways. Consider this for a convenient day trip or a quick leg on a larger New England adventure.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.7 miles from Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
U.S. Route 7
51.6 mi
1h 16m
I 89
27.6 mi
31m
Vermont Route 14 North
18.9 mi
28m
Vermont Route 100
10.7 mi
16m
U.S. Route 4 East
9.3 mi
14m
Vermont Route 107
8.6 mi
13m
Craftsbury Road
4.5 mi
7m
U.S. Route 2
4.5 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 7
— 51.6 mi, about 1h 16m
Traffic on I-89
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 15 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,043 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,496
Quietest
1 AM
~32 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
32.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 98 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, VT and Craftsbury, VT.
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Start on VT 9
0.1 mi·26 sec·Main Street
2
Turn right onto Depot Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Depot Street
3
Merge onto US 7
0.3 mi·47 sec·North Street
4
Continue on US 7
1.0 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 7 North
5
Merge onto US 7; VT 279
0.2 mi·15 sec·Bennington Bypass
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
52 mi·1 hr 16 min·U.S. Route 7
7
Continue on US 4; US 7
1.4 mi·3 min·South Main Street
8
Turn right onto US 4
1.2 mi·2 min·Woodstock Avenue
9
Continue on US 4
9.3 mi·14 min·U.S. Route 4 East
10
Turn slight left onto VT 100
11 mi·16 min·Vermont Route 100
11
Continue on VT 107
6.7 mi·10 min·Vermont Route 107
12
Continue on VT 107
3.4 mi·5 min·River Street
13
Turn right onto VT 107
0.9 mi·1 min·South Main Street
14
Continue on VT 107
2.0 mi·3 min·Vermont Route 107
15
Turn left
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 89 North
16
Merge onto I 89
28 mi·31 min·I 89
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 7Toward VT 62 East: Berlin, Barre
18
Continue on VT 62
1.3 mi·1 min·Vermont Route 62
19
Keep slight right at fork onto Berlin State Highway
1.1 mi·1 min·Berlin State Highway
20
Turn left onto US 302
0.2 mi·24 sec·Barre-Montpelier Road
21
Continue on US 302
0.8 mi·1 min·River Street
22
Enter roundabout onto US 2
5 ft·0 sec·River Street
23
Continue on US 2
97 ft·1 sec·River Street
24
Merge onto US 2
0.4 mi·47 sec·East Montpelier Road
25
Continue on US 2
4.5 mi·7 min·U.S. Route 2
26
Turn left onto VT 14
19 mi·28 min·Vermont Route 14 North
27
Continue on VT 14
0.5 mi·53 sec·South Main Street
28
Turn left onto VT 14; VT 15
0.7 mi·58 sec·Wolcott Street
29
Continue on VT 14; VT 15
0.5 mi·44 sec·Vermont Route 15 West
30
Turn right onto VT 14
4.5 mi·7 min·Craftsbury Road
31
Continue on VT 14
1.9 mi·3 min·Eligo Lake Road
32
Continue on VT 14
0.6 mi·1 min·Vermont Route 14
33
Turn right onto South Craftsbury Road
1.8 mi·4 min·South Craftsbury Road
34
Turn right onto Creek Road
297 ft·8 sec·Creek Road
35
Turn right onto Town Garage Road
43 ft·3 sec·Town Garage Road
36
Arrive at destination
Town Garage Road
Trip Plan
Aim to depart Bennington in the morning to take full advantage of the 3-hour 54-minute drive and arrive in Craftsbury with plenty of daylight. With a total distance of 155.3 miles and a fuel cost estimated at $26, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You'll have one primary stretch of 51.6 miles on U.S. Route 7 before transitioning to I 89 and then Vermont Route 14 North. Plan for a quick stop around the halfway point, perhaps after the U.S. Route 7 segment, to refuel or stretch your legs before the final push on I 89 and Route 14.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.7 miles from Bennington, VT, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 34 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.7 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Craftsbury, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bennington, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bennington, VT
This is one driving day of about 155.3 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Bennington, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Route 7 for about 51.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 118.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|US 7 / North Street
Merge onto US 7 / North Street
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
2.1 mi into trip|~4m in|US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
89.3 mi into trip|~2h 19m in
Turn left toward I 89 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 89 North
6
117.4 mi into trip|~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward VT 62 East: Berlin, Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward VT 62 East: Berlin, Barre
4
118.9 mi into trip|~2h 54m in|Berlin State Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto Berlin State Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.10 one way
$54.21 round trip
$4.43/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.93
$30.17
$60.33
premium
$5.30
$32.41
$64.82
diesel
$6.18
$37.78
$75.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.6
0
$16.31
$7.45
Efficient EV
38.8
0
$13.59
$6.21
EV Truck/SUV
62.1
0
$21.74
$9.94
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Forecast as of Oct 18, 2026
Origin
Bennington, VT
Morning
in Bennington on Monday
Local time
10:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Sunny
W 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Craftsbury, VT
Morning
in Craftsbury on Monday
Local time
10:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Sunny
SW 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 54m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 80.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 87% of the 155.3 miles spent on major roads like U.S. Route 7 and I 89. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch of highway driving for 51.6 miles along U.S. Route 7. The transition to Vermont Route 14 North marks the end of the highway portion, offering a change of pace with more rural cruising. Expect a driving experience dominated by higher speeds and fewer interruptions for the majority of the trip.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.6 mi on U.S. Route 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 7 and I 89. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 7 / North Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 155.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 7 / North Street): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 2.1 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 89.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,589 ft552 ft
Total Climb
2,746 ft
Total Descent
2,512 ft
Highest Point
1,589 ft
~66.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,037 ft
Notable High Points
1,589 ft at ~66.6 miles+871 ft prominence
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 Bennington, VT to Craftsbury, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.
Bennington is a town in Southwestern Vermont. Boasting five covered bridges it is a classic Vermont country town, and is also home to Bennington College. This article also encompasses the neighboring town of North Bennington.
Top landmarks
•Old Bennington — village in Vermont
•Bennington Battle Monument — monument in Bennington, Vermont, United States
•Bennington Museum — museum in Bennington, Vermont, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 54m. Total distance: 155.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.6 miles on U.S. Route 7. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Craftsbury, VT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 0.6 miles (US 7 / North Street): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 2.1 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 89.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Craftsbury, VT, but most travelers stay overnight.
