Origin
Pawlet, VT
Night in Pawlet on Saturday
Local time
11:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pawlet, VT to Bennington, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
39.3 mi
63 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pawlet, VT
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Bennington, VT
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Trip Overview
This 39.4-mile journey from Pawlet, VT to Bennington, VT is a short, one-day adventure that can be completed in approximately 49 minutes. Primarily utilizing Route 133, Route 30, and Route 315, this drive has no highway sections, making it a local and engaging experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Northeast region. Since it's such a brief trip, you won't need to split it over multiple days; it's perfect for a relaxed afternoon exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 7 | 22.2 mi | 30m |
| Vermont Route 30 | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| Dorset West Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Bonnet Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Depot Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| West Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 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 Pawlet, VT and Bennington, VT.
1
Start on VT 133
291 ft
·
9 sec
·
Vermont Route 133
2
Turn left onto VT 30
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Vermont Route 30
3
Turn right onto VT 315
74 ft
·
7 sec
·
Route 315
4
Turn left onto Dorset West Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Dorset West Road
5
Continue on West Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto VT 30
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Vermont Route 30
7
Continue on VT 30
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Bonnet Street
8
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A; VT 30
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
9
Continue on VT 7A; VT 30
180 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
10
Enter roundabout onto VT 11; VT 30
155 ft
·
2 sec
·
Depot Street
11
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Depot Street
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 7 South: Bennington
13
Merge onto US 7
21 mi
·
28 min
·
U.S. Route 7
14
Merge onto US 7; VT 279
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Bennington Bypass
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
Toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
16
Continue on US 7
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Street
17
Turn right onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
18
Turn left onto VT 9
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
VT 9
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Pawlet, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 6.3 and 37.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
VT 315 / Route 315
Turn right onto VT 315 / Route 315
Navigation decision point
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Dorset West Road
Turn left onto Dorset West Road
Navigation decision point
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
VT 30 / Vermont Route 30
At end of road, turn right onto VT 30 / Vermont Route 30
Navigation decision point
5
14.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
37.4 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
$6.33 one way
$12.65 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.96 | $13.92 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.53 | $15.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.68 | $17.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Night in Bennington on Saturday
Local time
11:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Manchester, VT
20 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 1m 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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, with 0% highway share. The roads are generally well-maintained and weave through Vermont's landscape without long, monotonous stretches. You’ll be navigating a series of turns and changes in direction, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. This isn't a high-speed cruise but rather a more intimate connection with the local roads as you make your way from Pawlet to Bennington.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 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?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 7 and Vermont Route 30. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in near VT 315 / Route 315.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 39.3 miles you will encounter 13 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 6.3 miles (VT 315 / Route 315): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (Dorset West Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (VT 30 / Vermont Route 30): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 39.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bennington, VT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 6.3 miles (VT 315 / Route 315): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (Dorset West Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (VT 30 / Vermont Route 30): Navigation decision point.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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