Origin
Dorset, VT
Morning in Dorset on Tuesday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dorset, VT to Bennington, 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
47m
Distance
31.1 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dorset, VT
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Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
Traveling between Dorset and Bennington is a quick, straightforward journey covering 31.1 miles through the heart of Vermont. You can expect to spend about 47 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal one-day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is a highly economical route that remains budget-friendly for any traveler. Since both towns are located within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent atmosphere throughout the entire drive. This transit is perfect if you are looking for a simple, efficient connection between two charming Vermont locales without the hassle of a multi-day itinerary.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 7 | 22.2 mi | 30m |
| Vermont Route 30 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Bonnet Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Depot Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| North Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bennington Bypass | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 7
— 22.2 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dorset, VT and Bennington, VT.
1
Start on VT 30
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 30
2
Continue on VT 30
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Bonnet Street
3
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A; VT 30
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on VT 7A; VT 30
180 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
5
Enter roundabout onto VT 11; VT 30
155 ft
·
2 sec
·
Depot Street
6
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Depot Street
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 7 South: Bennington
8
Merge onto US 7
21 mi
·
28 min
·
U.S. Route 7
9
Merge onto US 7; VT 279
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Bennington Bypass
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
Toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
11
Continue on US 7
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Street
12
Turn right onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
13
Turn left onto VT 9
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
VT 9
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from Dorset, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 6.1 and 29.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
6.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street
Right onto VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
6.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
7.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward US 7 South: Bennington
Navigation decision point
Toward US 7 South: Bennington
5
29.2 mi into trip
|
~43m 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
$5.01 one way
$10.01 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.51 | $11.02 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.96 | $11.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.87 | $13.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Morning in Bennington on Tuesday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Sunderland, VT
16 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
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
47m 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 relies heavily on U.S. Route 7, Vermont Route 30, and Bonnet Street to get you to your destination. With 82% of your time spent on highways, you will find it to be a relatively fast-paced experience compared to slower backroads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs along U.S. Route 7, where you will cover 22.2 miles without needing to navigate secondary turns. The road maintains a steady, functional personality that prioritizes efficiency over technical driving maneuvers. You should prepare for a consistent flow as you move through this 31.1-mile corridor, as the infrastructure is designed to keep you moving toward Bennington with minimal friction.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.2 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 30. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street.
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 31.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 6.1 miles (VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.1 miles (VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,454 ft
626 ft
Total Climb
940 ft
Total Descent
1,221 ft
Highest Point
1,454 ft
~22.2 mi in
Elevation Range
828 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Bennington, VT
Full guide →Bennington is a town in Southwestern Vermont. Boasting five covered bridges it is a classic Vermont country town, and is also home to Bennington College. This article also encompasses the neighboring town of North Bennington.
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 47m. Total distance: 31.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.2 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 6.1 miles (VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.1 miles (VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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