Origin
Brattleboro, VT
Morning in Brattleboro on Tuesday
Local time
8:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brattleboro, VT to Dorset, 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
1h 29m
Distance
52.6 mi
85 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
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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Dorset, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Brattleboro to Dorset, you can expect a manageable 52.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you choose to extend your time in the area. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, it remains a very affordable trek through the Northeast corner of Vermont. The route primarily utilizes Vermont Route 30, West River Road, and Depot Street to connect these two charming locations. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to depart at your convenience without the stress of a long-haul commute.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 30 | 34.1 mi | 58m |
| West River Road | 7.9 mi | 12m |
| Depot Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 11 30 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Bonnet Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Linden Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Park Place | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 30
— 34.1 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brattleboro, VT and Dorset, VT.
1
Start on this road
110 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 5
54 ft
·
3 sec
·
Canal Street
3
Turn left onto US 5
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 5; VT 9
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Putney Road
5
Turn left onto US 5; VT 9
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Park Place
Toward US 5 South
6
Continue on VT 30
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Linden Street
7
Continue on VT 30
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
West River Road
8
Continue on VT 30
7.7 mi
·
14 min
·
Vermont Route 30
9
Continue on VT 30
23 mi
·
37 min
·
Vermont Route 30
10
At end of road, turn left onto VT 11; VT 30
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 11 30
11
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Depot Street
12
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Depot Street
13
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A; VT 30
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
14
Continue on VT 7A; VT 30
186 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
15
Enter roundabout onto VT 30
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bonnet Street
16
Continue on VT 30
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Bonnet Street
17
Continue on VT 30
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 30
18
Arrive at destination
VT 30
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.3 miles from Brattleboro, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 46.5 — 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
|
US 5 / Canal Street
Turn left onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 5; VT 9 / Park Place
Turn left onto US 5; VT 9 / Park Place toward US 5 South
Navigation decision point
Toward US 5 South
4
40.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
VT 11; VT 30 / Vermont Route 11 30
At end of road, turn left onto VT 11; VT 30 / Vermont Route 11 30
Navigation decision point
5
46.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
46.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
VT 30 / Bonnet Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 30 / Bonnet Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.47 one way
$16.94 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.07 | $20.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.61 | $23.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Dorset, VT
Morning in Dorset on Tuesday
Local time
8:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Jamaica, VT
26 mi in
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
12 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
1h 29m 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?
Expect a drive that is heavily highway-focused, with about 71% of your travel spent on higher-speed roads. The core of your experience will be the 34.1-mile stretch along Vermont Route 30, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. While you will spend a significant amount of time on these main arteries, the transition between West River Road and Depot Street adds a bit of variety to the overall experience. You won't face a monotonous interstate grind, but you should be prepared for a consistent pace as you move through the Vermont landscape. It is a straightforward, functional drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently without unnecessary complexity.
71% 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: 34.1 mi on Vermont Route 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 30 and West River Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Canal Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brattleboro, VT to Dorset, VT is easy. At 1h 29m with 71% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Canal Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 5; VT 9 / Park Place): Navigation decision point; at 40.1 miles (VT 11; VT 30 / Vermont Route 11 30): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,694 ft
258 ft
Total Climb
1,717 ft
Total Descent
1,015 ft
Highest Point
1,694 ft
~37.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,436 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Brattleboro, VT
Full guide →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.
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 1h 29m. Total distance: 52.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.1 miles on Vermont Route 30. 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: near the start (US 5 / Canal Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 5; VT 9 / Park Place): Navigation decision point; at 40.1 miles (VT 11; VT 30 / Vermont Route 11 30): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dorset, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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