Origin
Brattleboro, VT
Afternoon in Brattleboro on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Brattleboro, VT to Middlebury (village), VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 48m
Distance
107.4 mi
173 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 37m
★
6 AM
2h 48m
8 AM
3h 10m
10 AM
2h 56m
12 PM
2h 54m
3 PM
2h 57m
5 PM
3h 9m
8 PM
2h 42m
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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Middlebury (village), VT
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Trip Overview
Brattleboro to Middlebury is 107 miles and takes about 2 hours 48 minutes via US 7 and Vermont Route 103 North, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Vermont, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a drive that's primarily on highways, making it a straightforward journey. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 37 miles on US 7, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace.
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
53.7 miles from Brattleboro, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 37 mi | 1h 1m |
| Vermont Route 103 North | 29.2 mi | 44m |
| I 91 | 24.9 mi | 28m |
| Rockingham Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Vermont Route 103 South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Depot Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Pond Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 37 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brattleboro, VT and Middlebury (village), 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
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
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 91
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 6
Toward US 5: Rockingham, Rutland
11
Turn left onto US 5
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Rockingham Road
12
Continue on VT 103
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
13
Continue on VT 11; VT 103
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
South Main Street
14
Turn right onto VT 103
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Maple Street
15
Continue on VT 103
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
16
Continue on VT 103
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Street
17
Continue on VT 103
10 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 103 North
18
Continue on VT 103
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
19
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pond Street
20
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
19 mi
·
28 min
·
Vermont Route 103 North
21
Turn right onto US 7
37 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
US 7
22
Enter roundabout onto US 7
375 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Pleasant Street
23
Continue on US 7
199 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Pleasant Street
24
Turn left onto Seymour Street
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
Seymour Street
Use the left lane.
25
At end of road, turn left onto Seymour Street
353 ft
·
16 sec
·
Seymour Street
26
Turn left onto Middle Seymour Street
519 ft
·
22 sec
·
Middle Seymour Street
27
Continue on Maple Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Maple Street
28
Continue on Maple Street
517 ft
·
26 sec
·
Maple Street
29
Turn right
94 ft
·
6 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short drive time of under 3 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. With only one recommended stop, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly, especially before embarking on the 37-mile stretch on US 7. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $17 estimated cost suggests efficient travel, but it's always wise to refuel when you see a good opportunity.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 53.7 miles from Brattleboro, VT, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37 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 24 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.7 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middlebury (village), VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Brattleboro, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 107.4 miles and 2h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Brattleboro, 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 US 7 for about 37 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.7 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 107.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Church Street
Turn right onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
6
26.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward US 5: Rockingham, Rutland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward US 5: Rockingham, Rutland
6
106.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
|
Seymour Street
Turn left onto Seymour Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
107 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m in
|
Seymour Street
At end of road, turn left onto Seymour Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
107.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 48m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.29 one way
$34.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $19.02 | $38.05 |
| premium | $4.86 | $20.57 | $41.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.71 | $47.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.28 | $5.16 |
| Efficient EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.40 | $4.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43 | 0 | $15.04 | $6.87 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Middlebury (village), VT
Afternoon in Middlebury (village) on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Ludlow, VT
54 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
8 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 48m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the route utilizing major roads. You'll experience longer stretches of faster travel, including a 37-mile segment on US 7 without needing to turn off. While primarily highway, the route does incorporate sections of Vermont Route 103 North and I-91, offering a varied road experience. This blend means you can cover ground efficiently, but be prepared for the focus on higher-speed travel for most of the 107 miles.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37 mi on US 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 7 and Vermont Route 103 North. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Church Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 48m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.7 miles (Seymour Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Brattleboro, VT to Middlebury (village), VT, road signs begin pointing toward Rutland along the way.
Rutland
26.7 mi in
|
~33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 48m. Total distance: 107.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37 miles on US 7. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 0.2 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.7 miles (Seymour Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Middlebury (village), 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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