Rest Area I-91 (South Bound)
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Trip from Milton, VT to Marlboro, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 24, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 35m
Distance
173.9 mi
280 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 23m
★
6 AM
3h 35m
8 AM
4h 0m
10 AM
3h 44m
12 PM
3h 42m
3 PM
3h 45m
5 PM
3h 59m
8 PM
3h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milton, VT
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Marlboro, VT
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Trip Overview
Milton, VT to Marlboro, VT is 173.9 miles and takes about 3h 35m via I 89, I 91, and U.S. Route 7 South, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Vermont, connecting the Northeast region from start to finish. Given its mostly highway profile, you'll cover a significant distance efficiently. It's a straightforward drive that's well-suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
87 miles from Milton, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 97.3 mi | 1h 53m |
| I 91 | 60.4 mi | 1h 9m |
| U.S. Route 7 South | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Marlboro Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Vermont Route 9 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Western Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| River Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| South Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 97.3 mi, about 1h 53m
Traffic on I-89
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 57 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,299 veh/hr typical · worst 1,728
Quietest
2 AM
~50 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
26×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 98 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milton, VT and Marlboro, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
3
Continue on River Street
246 ft
·
7 sec
·
River Street
4
Turn right onto Railroad Street
323 ft
·
9 sec
·
Railroad Street
5
Turn straight onto US 7
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
6
Turn right onto US 2
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
U.S. Route 2
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
8
Merge onto I 89
97 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
I 89
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
11
Merge onto I 91
60 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 91
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 2
Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
13
Turn right
166 ft
·
4 sec
Toward VT 9 West
14
Merge onto VT 9
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Western Avenue
15
Continue on VT 9
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Marlboro Road
16
Continue on VT 9
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 9
17
Turn left onto South Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Road
18
Arrive at destination
South Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 3h 35m drive, consider departing Milton, VT in the morning to avoid any potential afternoon traffic and give yourself ample daylight. With a fuel cost estimated around $29, plan your fill-ups accordingly, especially before heading out. The longest stretch without an exit is over 97 miles, so ensure you have everything you need before embarking on that segment. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to stop for a brief break if needed, perhaps around the halfway point.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 87 miles from Milton, VT, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.3 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 38 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marlboro, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Milton, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Milton, VT
This is one driving day of about 173.9 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Milton, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 97.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87 miles from Milton, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 89 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Rest Area I-89 (South Bound)
0 mi from route
Vermont Welcome Center - Sharon
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area I-89 (North Bound)
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
2 mi from route
Rest Area
2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 164.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 7 / River Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 7 / River Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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Railroad Street
Turn right onto Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
5
103.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
103.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
164.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.07 one way
$60.14 round trip
$4.39/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.90 | $33.54 | $67.08 |
| premium | $5.27 | $36.09 | $72.18 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $42.97 | $85.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.2 | 0 | $18.26 | $8.35 |
| Efficient EV | 43.5 | 0 | $15.22 | $6.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.6 | 0 | $24.35 | $11.13 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Origin
Milton, VT
Morning in Milton on Saturday
Local time
8:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Clear
N 6 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Marlboro, VT
Morning in Marlboro on Saturday
Local time
8:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Clear
N 6 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
61°F
Hartland, VT
87 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
3 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
3h 35m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 96
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 95% highway, meaning you'll be on high-speed roads for the vast majority of the 173.9 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch on I 89 spans 97.3 miles. You'll transition to surface roads for the final few miles as you approach Marlboro. Expect consistent cruising with minimal delays due to the extensive highway segments.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 97.3 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 7 / River Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 35m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 7 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 103.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,729 ft
300 ft
Total Climb
2,861 ft
Total Descent
1,431 ft
Highest Point
1,729 ft
~173.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,430 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Milton, VT and Marlboro, VT, road signs point toward White River and Bennington.
White River
103.3 mi in
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~2h 5m
Bennington
164.2 mi in
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~3h 16m
About the Cities
Starting in Milton, VT
Full guide →Milton is a town and rural area 14 miles (22 km) north of Burlington in Northwest Vermont.
Top landmarks
- • Sand Bar State Park — State park in Chittenden County, Vermont
Arriving in Marlboro, VT
Full guide →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 3h 35m. Total distance: 173.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 97.3 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 0.1 miles (US 7 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 103.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Marlboro, VT, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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