Traveling from Milton to North Bennington covers 136.8 miles across the state of Vermont. You should anticipate a drive time of approximately 3 hours and 34 minutes, making this a manageable day trip that fits easily into a single day of travel. With a fuel budget of about $22, this journey is quite cost-effective for a solo driver or a small group. You will primarily utilize Vermont Route 22A, State Highway 22, and the Ethan Allen Highway to navigate between the two points. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region, the drive offers a consistent regional atmosphere throughout. It is a straightforward trip that rewards travelers who prefer a steady pace over a series of complex detours.
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
68.4 miles from Milton, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 51m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Milton, VT and North Bennington, VT.
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Start on Main Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Main Street
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At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi·2 min·River Street
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Continue on River Street
246 ft·7 sec·River Street
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Turn right onto Railroad Street
323 ft·9 sec·Railroad Street
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Turn straight onto US 7
4.3 mi·7 min·U.S. Route 7 South
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Turn right onto US 2
0.2 mi·23 sec·U.S. Route 2
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
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Merge onto I 89
10 mi·12 min·I 89
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·31 sec
Toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
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Merge onto I 189
1.2 mi·1 min·I 189
Use the straight / left lanes.
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Turn left onto US 7
6.8 mi·13 min·Shelburne Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
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Continue on US 7
12 mi·19 min·Ethan Allen Highway
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Continue on US 7
0.9 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 7
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Turn right onto Monkton Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Monkton Road
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At end of road, turn left onto VT 22A
1.5 mi·4 min·Main Street
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Continue on VT 22A
39 mi·1 hr 1 min·Vermont Route 22A
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Continue on VT 22A
1.0 mi·1 min·Washington Street
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Turn left onto VT 22A
282 ft·4 sec·North Park Place
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Continue on VT 22A
318 ft·5 sec·North Park Place
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Continue on VT 4A; VT 22A
1.9 mi·2 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 22A
11 mi·16 min·State Highway 22A
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Continue on NY 22
18 mi·25 min·State Highway 22
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Continue on NY 22
1.9 mi·4 min·North Main Street
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Continue on NY 22
9.5 mi·13 min·State Highway 22
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Continue on NY 22
9.7 mi·14 min·North Park Street
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Continue on NY 67
3.0 mi·4 min·NY 67
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Continue on VT 67
1.8 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 67 West
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Continue on VT 67
0.2 mi·32 sec·Bank Street
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Arrive at destination
VT 67
Trip Plan
To maximize your efficiency, plan for a single stop during your 3 hour and 34 minute transit to keep your energy levels high. Since this is a highway-heavy route, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic periods that can affect flow on the Ethan Allen Highway. Given the $22 fuel estimate, it is wise to top off your tank before leaving Milton to ensure you don't have to worry about pricing variations along the way. Because the total distance is under 140 miles, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time without needing an overnight stay. Keep a close eye on your mileage while traversing the 39.2-mile stretch on Vermont Route 22A, as this is your longest period of continuous driving without a break.
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 68.4 miles from Milton, VT, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 30 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.4 miles or 1h 51m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Bennington, 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 136.8 miles and 3h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 Vermont Route 22A for about 39.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 17.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 7 / River Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 7 / River Street
Navigation decision point
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1.3 mi into trip|~3m in|Railroad Street
Turn right onto Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
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16.5 mi into trip|~25m in
Take the exit toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
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16.7 mi into trip|~25m in|I 189
Merge onto I 189
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
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17.9 mi into trip|~27m in|US 7 / Shelburne Road
Turn left onto US 7 / Shelburne Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.02 one way
$44.05 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$24.23
$48.46
premium
$4.86
$26.20
$52.39
diesel
$5.61
$30.20
$60.41
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41
0
$14.36
$6.57
Efficient EV
34.2
0
$11.97
$5.47
EV Truck/SUV
54.7
0
$19.15
$8.76
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Milton, VT
Night
in Milton on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Bennington, VT
Night
in North Bennington on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Crown Point, NY
68 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
2 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 34m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive is defined by a 73% highway share, favoring efficiency over winding local backroads. You will spend a significant portion of your time on major routes, with the longest uninterrupted stretch occurring on Vermont Route 22A for 39.2 miles. Expect the road personality to shift from the northern segments of the Ethan Allen Highway toward the southern connectivity of State Highway 22. While the route is designed for steady progress, the mix of highway and state roads keeps the experience from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns remain relatively predictable throughout the duration of your trip.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.2 mi on Vermont Route 22A.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 22A and State Highway 22. 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 Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 34m drive. You will face about 10 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 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Milton, VT to North Bennington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Rutland along the way.
Rutland
16.5 mi in|~25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 34m. Total distance: 136.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 39.2 miles on Vermont Route 22A. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 North Bennington, VT, but most travelers stay overnight.
