Origin
Shelburne, VT
Late night in Shelburne on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shelburne, VT to Brandon, 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 7m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shelburne, VT
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Brandon, VT
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Trip Overview
Shelburne, VT to Brandon, VT is 44.1 miles and takes about 1h 7m via Ethan Allen Highway/US 7, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The drive is a straightforward journey, primarily on a well-traveled highway, making it an easy option for a quick relocation or a scenic detour. Given its brevity, you won't need to worry about extensive planning, allowing for a relaxed departure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ethan Allen Highway | 22.5 mi | 32m |
| US 7 | 16.5 mi | 27m |
| U.S. Route 7 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Shelburne Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Park Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ethan Allen Highway
— 22.5 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shelburne, VT and Brandon, VT.
1
Start on US 7
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Shelburne Road
2
Continue on US 7
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
3
Continue on US 7
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Route 7
4
Continue on US 7
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
5
Enter roundabout onto US 7
348 ft
·
16 sec
·
US 7
Toward VT 125
6
Continue on US 7
16 mi
·
26 min
·
US 7
Toward VT 125
7
Turn left onto Park Street
109 ft
·
4 sec
·
Park Street
8
Arrive at destination
Park Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Shelburne, 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
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 27.6 and 44 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
27.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 7
Enter roundabout onto US 7 toward VT 125
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward VT 125
3
27.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 7
Right onto US 7 toward VT 125
Navigation decision point
Toward VT 125
3
44 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
Park Street
Turn left onto Park Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.10 one way
$14.20 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.44 | $16.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Brandon, VT
Late night in Brandon on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Bristol, VT
22 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
25 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 7m 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?
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 45% of the journey on highway conditions. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on Ethan Allen Highway and US 7, which are generally good roads for covering distance. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.5 miles on Ethan Allen Highway. Expect a relatively smooth ride, transitioning from more developed areas to the classic Vermont landscape as you head south. It's not a demanding drive, but it does offer a consistent pace for much of the trip.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.5 mi on Ethan Allen Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 27.6 miles in near US 7.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Shelburne, VT to Brandon, VT is easy. At 1h 7m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 27.6 miles (US 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 27.6 miles (US 7): Navigation decision point; at 44 miles (Park Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 44.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.5 miles on Ethan Allen Highway. 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 27.6 miles (US 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 27.6 miles (US 7): Navigation decision point; at 44 miles (Park Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brandon, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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