Origin
Dorset, VT
Late night in Dorset on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dorset, VT to Brattleboro, 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
1h 29m
Distance
52.6 mi
85 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 25m
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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Brattleboro, VT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 52.6 miles, this drive from Dorset to Brattleboro is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes to complete. Because the route is compact, it is perfect for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you want to extend your stay in the region. You should budget approximately $8 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Northeast, you will primarily use Vermont Route 30, West River Road, and Depot Street to reach your destination. It is a highly practical trip that offers a direct connection between these two Vermont towns, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking to move efficiently across the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 30 | 34.1 mi | 57m |
| West River Road | 7.9 mi | 12m |
| Depot Street | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 11 30 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Bonnet Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Linden Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Canal Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 30
— 34.1 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dorset, VT and Brattleboro, 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
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Depot Street
7
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 11 30
8
Turn right onto VT 30
31 mi
·
52 min
·
Vermont Route 30
9
Continue on VT 30
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
West River Road
10
Continue on VT 30
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Linden Street
11
Continue on US 5; VT 9
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
Canal Street
13
Turn right
110 ft
·
8 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.3 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 6.1 and 52.5 — 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
4
52.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
US 5 / Canal Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
4
52.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.47 one way
$16.94 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.07 | $20.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.61 | $23.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 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 | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Brattleboro, VT
Late night in Brattleboro on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Jamaica, VT
26 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
12 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
1h 29m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 71% of this 52.6-mile trek involves higher-speed travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on Vermont Route 30, which includes the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 34.1 miles. The road maintains a consistent pace, allowing you to settle into a rhythm behind the wheel without constant stop-and-go traffic. While the route is efficient, the transition between the main highway and local roads like Depot Street provides a clear shift in the driving environment as you approach Brattleboro. It is a reliable and steady drive that prioritizes direct transit over technical or winding backroads.
71% 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: 34.1 mi on Vermont Route 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 around 6.1 miles in near VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dorset, VT to Brattleboro, VT is easy. At 1h 29m with 71% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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
Gently rolling terrain
1,682 ft
258 ft
Total Climb
1,030 ft
Total Descent
1,732 ft
Highest Point
1,682 ft
~15 mi in
Elevation Range
1,424 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Brattleboro, VT
Full guide →Brattleboro is a town of 12,000 people in southern Vermont. From points south, it will most likely be the place for travelers to begin their exploration of Vermont.
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 1h 29m. Total distance: 52.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m 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 34.1 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: 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 Brattleboro, 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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