Origin
Hartland, VT
Morning in Hartland on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartland, 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 6m
Distance
54.1 mi
87 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 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartland, VT
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Brattleboro, VT
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Hartland to Brattleboro covers 54.1 miles of Vermont’s eastern corridor, making this a straightforward journey that takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the one-way trip. Navigating the route is simple, relying primarily on I-91, U.S. Route 5, and Western Avenue. Whether you are commuting or exploring, this highway-focused drive offers a direct path through the Northeast region of Vermont without the need for additional stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 51 mi | 58m |
| U.S. Route 5 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Western Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| High Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Canal Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 51 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartland, VT and Brattleboro, VT.
1
Start on US 5; VT 12
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 5
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 91 South: Ascutney, Brattleboro
3
Merge onto I 91
51 mi
·
58 min
·
I 91
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2
Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
5
At end of road, turn left onto VT 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
6
Continue on VT 9
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
Canal Street
9
Turn right
110 ft
·
8 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 27 miles from Hartland, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 54.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 South: Ascutney, Brattleboro
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 South: Ascutney, Brattleboro
6
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
4
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
US 5 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
US 5 / Canal Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
4
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.71 one way
$17.42 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.58 | $19.17 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.36 | $20.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.94 | $23.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Morning in Brattleboro on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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 6m 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 highly efficient experience, as 96 percent of this route consists of highway travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-91, which accounts for a 51-mile uninterrupted stretch of the journey. The drive is designed for speed and consistency rather than winding backroads, allowing you to maintain a steady pace for most of the hour-long transit. Transitioning from the interstate onto Western Avenue provides the final connection into the heart of Brattleboro. It is a no-nonsense trip that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly and reliably.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and U.S. Route 5. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hartland, VT to Brattleboro, VT is easy. At 1h 6m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.9 miles (US 5 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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 6m. Total distance: 54.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51 miles on I 91. 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 0.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.9 miles (US 5 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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