Origin
Brattleboro, VT
Late night in Brattleboro on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brattleboro, VT to Manchester, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
47.7 mi
77 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
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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Manchester, VT
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Trip Overview
Connecting Brattleboro to Manchester, this 47.7-mile trip through Vermont is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $8 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate the Northeast. Whether you are heading out for a quick getaway or a necessary commute, the transit remains efficient and uncomplicated. It serves as a reliable link between these two Vermont locations, allowing you to focus on the road ahead rather than complex logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 30 | 30.8 mi | 52m |
| West River Road | 7.9 mi | 12m |
| Depot Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 11 30 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| Linden Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Park Place | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Putney Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 30
— 30.8 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brattleboro, VT and Manchester, 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
182 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
14
Continue on VT 7A
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
15
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
16
Continue on VT 7A
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
17
Turn right onto Seminary Avenue
90 ft
·
3 sec
·
Seminary Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Seminary Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 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 46.8 — 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 / Main Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A / Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
46.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
VT 7A / Main Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A / Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.68 one way
$15.36 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.45 | $16.90 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.13 | $18.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Manchester, VT
Late night in Manchester on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Jamaica, VT
24 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
6 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 22m 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 highway-focused drive is defined by a mix of transit styles, with 71% of your journey spent on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating Vermont Route 30, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 30.8 miles. As you transition from the main thoroughfares onto Depot Street, the character of the road shifts from higher-speed transit to local access. Expect a consistent experience behind the wheel that balances open stretches with the practical reality of navigating regional infrastructure. It is a functional drive that prioritizes steady progress over technical 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: 30.8 mi on Vermont Route 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brattleboro, VT to Manchester, VT is easy. At 1h 22m 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 47.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m 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 30.8 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 Manchester, 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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