Origin
Bethel, VT
Morning in Bethel on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethel, VT to Norwich, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
31 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bethel, VT
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Norwich, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
Embarking on a journey from Bethel, VT, to Norwich, VT, covers a modest 31.1 miles and is estimated to take about 33 minutes. This short drive, entirely within Vermont, is perfect for a single day trip, requiring no overnight stops. With a projected fuel cost of around $5, it's an economical option for exploring the Northeast region. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it feel more like navigating local byways than a highway cruise. It's a straightforward trip that offers a glimpse into the local Vermont landscape without demanding significant time or resources.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 21.4 mi | 24m |
| I 91 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 107 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Cushing Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 21.4 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethel, VT and Norwich, VT.
1
Start on Cushing Drive
194 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cushing Drive
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on VT 107
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 107
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 89 South
5
Merge onto I 89
21 mi
·
24 min
·
I 89
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 91 North
8
Merge onto I 91
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
I 91
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 13
Toward VT 10A: Norwich, Hanover New Hampshire
10
Turn left onto VT 10A
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
11
Turn right
133 ft
·
9 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Turn left toward I 89 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 89 South
5
24.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
5
24.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 91 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 North
6
30 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward VT 10A: Norwich, Hanover New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 13
Toward VT 10A: Norwich, Hanover New Hampshire
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.99 one way
$9.98 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.49 | $10.98 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.94 | $11.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.84 | $13.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Norwich, VT
Morning in Norwich on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
20 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
41m 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 route presents a turn-heavy local drive profile, meaning you'll be navigating a series of intersections and changes in direction rather than settling into a long, straight stretch. With 0% highway share, expect to be on surface streets and local roads for the entire 31.1 miles. The driving experience will likely involve constant adjustments as you follow North Main Street and then Route 107 before merging onto I-89 South for a brief period. There isn't a 'longest stretch' in the traditional sense due to the frequent turns, so staying alert and following your navigation closely is key.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.4 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 31 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: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 24.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Bethel, VT to Norwich, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
White River
24.7 mi in
|
~31m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 31 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.4 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Norwich, VT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 24.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Norwich, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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