Bridport, VT to Montpelier, VT is 60.7 miles and takes about 1h 38m via Vermont Route 17 and Vermont Route 100B, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Vermont, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a mixed drive, offering a good blend of highway travel and local road experiences. It's a straightforward route, perfect for a single-day excursion when you want a relaxed pace and the flexibility to explore along the way. Consider this if you're looking for a manageable drive with a predictable cost.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
30.4 miles from Bridport, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Vermont Route 17
9.2 mi
15m
Main Street
9 mi
15m
Vermont Route 100B
7.9 mi
13m
Vermont Route 22A
7.3 mi
10m
Mill Brook Road
5.8 mi
11m
I 89
5.3 mi
6m
Otter Creek Highway
3.4 mi
5m
Vermont Route 17 East
3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 17
— 9.2 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridport, VT and Montpelier, VT.
1
Start on VT 22A
7.3 mi·10 min·Vermont Route 22A
2
Turn right onto VT 17
3.0 mi·4 min·Vermont Route 17 East
3
Continue on VT 17
2.2 mi·3 min·Otter Creek Highway
4
Continue on VT 17
0.9 mi·1 min·Vermont Route 17
5
Continue on VT 17
1.2 mi·1 min·Otter Creek Highway
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 7; VT 17
0.1 mi·9 sec·Ethan Allen Highway
7
Turn left onto VT 17
3.7 mi·5 min·Main Street
8
Continue on VT 17
1.2 mi·1 min·Stony Hill Road
9
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.6 mi·55 sec·West Street
10
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.2 mi·22 sec·Main Street
11
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi·1 min·East Street
12
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.9 mi·1 min·Rockydale Road
13
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
1.7 mi·2 min·North 116 Road
14
Turn right onto VT 17
1.7 mi·2 min·Drake Woods Road
15
Continue on VT 17
8.1 mi·13 min·Vermont Route 17
16
Continue on VT 17
5.8 mi·11 min·Mill Brook Road
17
Continue on VT 17
0.2 mi·24 sec·Vermont Route 17
18
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 17
243 ft·9 sec·Vermont Route 17
19
Turn slight left onto VT 100
4.9 mi·8 min·Main Street
20
Continue on VT 100
0.5 mi·45 sec·Vermont Route 100 South
21
Continue on VT 100B
7.9 mi·13 min·Vermont Route 100B
22
Turn left onto US 2
0.5 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 2
23
Turn slight right
145 ft·6 sec
24
Turn straight onto Center Road
241 ft·5 sec·Center Road
25
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
26
Merge onto I 89
5.3 mi·6 min·I 89
27
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 8Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
28
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·Memorial Drive
Use the left lane.
29
Turn left onto VT 12; US 2 Business
0.2 mi·22 sec·Main Street
30
Arrive at destination
VT 12; US 2 Business
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 38 minutes, this route is easily completed in a single day, offering plenty of flexibility for departure time. You can start in the morning and still have ample time for activities upon arrival in Montpelier. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, it's an economical trip. Pay attention to the transition between Vermont Route 17 and Vermont Route 100B, as this is where the driving profile changes; ensure you're prepared for that shift. Given the short distance, no major rest stops are essential, but knowing the longest stretch is 9.2 miles helps in planning any brief breaks.
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 30.4 miles from Bridport, VT, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.2 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 13 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.4 miles or 47m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montpelier, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bridport, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bridport, VT
This is one driving day of about 60.7 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Bridport, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 17 for about 9.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.3 and 58.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
7.3 mi into trip|~10m in|VT 17 / Vermont Route 17 East
Turn right onto VT 17 / Vermont Route 17 East
Navigation decision point
4
14.7 mi into trip|~21m in|US 7; VT 17 / Ethan Allen Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 7; VT 17 / Ethan Allen Highway
Navigation decision point
5
39.3 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|VT 17 / Vermont Route 17
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 17 / Vermont Route 17
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
53.3 mi into trip|~1h 28m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
58.8 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.77 one way
$19.54 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg21 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$10.75
$21.50
premium
$4.86
$11.62
$23.25
diesel
$5.61
$13.40
$26.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 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
18.2
0
$6.37
$2.91
Efficient EV
15.2
0
$5.31
$2.43
EV Truck/SUV
24.3
0
$8.50
$3.88
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Bridport, VT
Morning
in Bridport on Sunday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Montpelier, VT
Morning
in Montpelier on Sunday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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 38m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a varied experience behind the wheel, with 56% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a mix of faster stretches and more local road driving. The longest uninterrupted segment is 9.2 miles, found on Vermont Route 17. As you progress, the road character shifts, moving from initial highway sections to what is described as a mixed drive profile. This means you won't be stuck on one type of road for too long, providing a dynamic driving experience.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.2 mi on Vermont Route 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.3 miles in near VT 17 / Vermont Route 17 East.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 38m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (VT 17 / Vermont Route 17 East): Navigation decision point; at 14.7 miles (US 7; VT 17 / Ethan Allen Highway): Navigation decision point; at 39.3 miles (VT 17 / Vermont Route 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 60.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 9.2 miles on Vermont Route 17. 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: at 7.3 miles (VT 17 / Vermont Route 17 East): Navigation decision point; at 14.7 miles (US 7; VT 17 / Ethan Allen Highway): Navigation decision point; at 39.3 miles (VT 17 / Vermont Route 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Montpelier, VT before heading back.
