Origin
Cavendish, VT
Late night in Cavendish on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cavendish, VT to Bennington, 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 32m
Distance
58.3 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cavendish, VT
Andrea Davis
Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
Cavendish to Bennington is 58.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 32 minutes via U.S. Route 7, Vermont Route 11, and Vermont Route 100, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive entirely within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The route offers a predominantly highway-focused experience, making it a convenient and efficient option for travelers looking to cover ground without extensive detours. Consider this trip if you're seeking a simple, direct connection between these two Vermont locales.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
29.2 miles from Cavendish, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 7 | 22.5 mi | 30m |
| Vermont Route 11 | 11.5 mi | 17m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Vermont Route 100 South | 6.4 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 4.1 mi | 9m |
| Depot Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 103 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Andover Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 7
— 22.5 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cavendish, VT and Bennington, VT.
1
Start on VT 131
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto VT 103
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 103
3
Continue on VT 103
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
4
Turn left onto VT 100
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Andover Street
5
Continue on VT 100
6.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 100 South
6
At end of road, turn left onto VT 100
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 100
7
Continue on VT 100
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Vermont Route 100
9
At end of road, turn right onto VT 100; VT 11
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Continue on VT 11
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 11
11
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Depot Street
12
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Depot Street
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 7 South: Bennington
14
Merge onto US 7
22 mi
·
29 min
·
U.S. Route 7
15
Merge onto US 7; VT 279
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Bennington Bypass
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
Toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
17
Continue on US 7
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Street
18
Turn right onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
19
Turn left onto VT 9
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
VT 9
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just under 1.5 hours, this is an easy same-day trip, offering plenty of flexibility. You can depart anytime, but an early start allows for a relaxed pace and avoids any potential afternoon traffic. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 22.5 miles on U.S. Route 7, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before embarking on that segment. Given the relatively short duration and low fuel cost of around $9, you won't need extensive rest breaks, but keeping an eye on Vermont's speed limits is always advisable.
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 29.2 miles from Cavendish, VT, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.5 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.2 miles or 50m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bennington, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cavendish, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cavendish, VT
This is one driving day of about 58.3 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Cavendish, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Route 7 for about 22.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Cavendish, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 56.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
VT 103 / Vermont Route 103
At end of road, turn right onto VT 103 / Vermont Route 103
Navigation decision point
3
5.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
VT 100 / Andover Street
Turn left onto VT 100 / Andover Street
Navigation decision point
4
12.3 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
At end of road, turn left onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Navigation decision point
4
20.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
VT 100; VT 11 / North Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto VT 100; VT 11 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
56.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7 toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.39 one way
$18.77 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.33 | $20.65 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.16 | $22.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.87 | $25.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Bennington, VT
Late night in Bennington on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Londonderry, VT
29 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
7 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 32m 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.
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...
18 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 86% of the journey taking place on faster roads. You'll experience the longest continuous stretch of 22.5 miles on U.S. Route 7, allowing for steady progress. While primarily highway, the incorporation of Vermont Route 11 and Vermont Route 100 means you'll encounter some transitions between road types. The overall character is one of efficient travel, punctuated by the changes in road designation as you navigate through Vermont's landscape.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.5 mi on U.S. Route 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 7 and Vermont Route 11. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in near VT 103 / Vermont Route 103.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (VT 103 / Vermont Route 103): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (VT 100 / Andover Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 58.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.5 miles on U.S. Route 7. 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 2.1 miles (VT 103 / Vermont Route 103): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (VT 100 / Andover Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): 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 Bennington, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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