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Trip from Brattleboro, VT to Brookfield, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
101.1 mi
163 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 28m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 27m
8 PM
2h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brattleboro, VT
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Brookfield, VT
James Mirakian
Trip Overview
Brattleboro to Brookfield is 101.1 miles and takes about 2h 9m via I-91 and I-89, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This northeastern Vermont journey is a straightforward drive primarily on interstate highways. Given its relatively short distance and direct path, it's well-suited for a single-day trip. You'll be traveling through familiar Vermont landscapes without any significant detours. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B in the Green Mountain State.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.6 miles from Brattleboro, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 60.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| I 89 | 30.1 mi | 34m |
| Ridge Road | 6.6 mi | 15m |
| Vermont Route 66 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Western Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Green Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Vermont Route 65 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Elliot Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 60.6 mi, about 1h 10m
Traffic on I-91
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 17 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~627 veh/hr typical · worst 799
Quietest
1 AM
~32 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
19.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 32 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 Brattleboro, VT and Brookfield, VT.
1
Start on this road
110 ft
·
9 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto US 5
54 ft
·
3 sec
·
Canal Street
3
Turn left onto US 5
504 ft
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn left onto Elliot Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Elliot Street
5
Turn right onto Church Street
357 ft
·
15 sec
·
Church Street
6
Turn slight left onto Green Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Green Street
7
Continue on VT 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 91
61 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 91
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 89 North
11
Merge onto I 89
30 mi
·
34 min
·
I 89
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 4
Toward VT 66: Randolph
13
Turn right onto VT 66
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 66
14
Turn left onto Ridge Road
6.6 mi
·
15 min
·
Ridge Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto VT 65
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Vermont Route 65
16
Turn right onto Stone Road
45 ft
·
6 sec
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Stone Road
17
Turn right
33 ft
·
2 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over two hours, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart any time of day and still comfortably reach Brookfield well before sunset. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own brief breaks as needed, perhaps after the 60.6-mile stretch on I-91. Fueling up before you leave Brattleboro is a good idea, as the $16 fuel cost is an estimate and it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye out for the transition from interstate to Ridge Road, as this indicates you're nearing the end of your highway driving.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.6 miles from Brattleboro, VT, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.6 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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookfield, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brattleboro, 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 Brattleboro, VT
This is one driving day of about 101.1 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Brattleboro, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 60.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.6 miles from Brattleboro, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Vermont Welcome Center - Sharon
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area I-91 (South Bound)
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.6 mi from route
Rest Area
2 mi from route
Rest Area
2.1 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 101.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 5 / Canal Street
Turn left onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 5 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 5 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Church Street
Turn right onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
92.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward VT 66: Randolph
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 4
Toward VT 66: Randolph
5
101.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.87 one way
$35.74 round trip
$4.49/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $19.58 | $39.15 |
| premium | $5.29 | $21.05 | $42.10 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $21.29 | $42.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.62 | $4.85 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.15 | $6.47 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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.
Origin
Brattleboro, VT
Afternoon in Brattleboro on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Chance Rain Showers then Patchy Fog
NW 2 mph
47% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 5:56PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Destination
Brookfield, VT
Afternoon in Brookfield on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
N 2 to 8 mph
83% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 5:56PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
75°F
Hartland, VT
51 mi in
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
2h 9m 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...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 66.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 91% of the journey utilizing interstates like I-91 and I-89. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch on I-91, covering 60.6 miles. The character of the drive is consistent for much of the way, offering a steady pace. While the majority is interstate, the final leg on Ridge Road will shift to a more local feel, providing a change of scenery as you approach your destination.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.6 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and I 89. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Canal Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 9m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Canal Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 5 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,385 ft
258 ft
Total Climb
1,793 ft
Total Descent
773 ft
Highest Point
1,385 ft
~93.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,127 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Brattleboro, VT
Full guide →Founded 1753
Brattleboro is a town of 12,000 people in southern Vermont. From points south, it will most likely be the place for travelers to begin their exploration of Vermont.
Top landmarks
- • Union Station — railway station in Brattleboro, Vermont
- • Brattleboro Retreat — private not-for-profit mental health and addictions hospital in Brattleboro, Ver...
- • Brooks House — built for hotelier George Brooks in Brattleboro, Vermont, United States
Arriving in Brookfield, VT
Full guide →Founded 1781
Top landmarks
- • Allis State Park — State park in Orange County, Vermont
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 101.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60.6 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 (US 5 / Canal Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 5 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point.
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 Brookfield, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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