Traveling from South Burlington to North Bennington covers 123 miles of Vermont terrain, typically requiring about 3 hours and 13 minutes behind the wheel. Because the duration is relatively short, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $20 on fuel for the journey. Navigating through the Northeast, you will primarily utilize North Main Street, Vermont Route 116, and Franklin Street to connect these two points. It is a straightforward drive that prioritizes local roads over major interstates, providing a consistent pace for your travel plans.
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
61.5 miles from South Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 36m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Main Street
52.8 mi
1h 19m
Vermont Route 116
17.7 mi
26m
Franklin Street
14.1 mi
23m
Ethan Allen Highway
10.9 mi
16m
Case Street
6.1 mi
8m
South 116 Road
5.5 mi
8m
Hinesburg Road
4.3 mi
7m
North 116 Road
4.1 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— 52.8 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington, VT and North Bennington, VT.
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Start on US 2
100 ft·11 sec·Williston Road
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Turn left onto VT 116
4.3 mi·7 min·Hinesburg Road
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Continue on VT 116
1.0 mi·1 min·Vermont Route 116
4
Continue on VT 116
17 mi·24 min·Vermont Route 116
5
Continue on VT 116
4.1 mi·6 min·North 116 Road
6
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.9 mi·1 min·Rockydale Road
7
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi·1 min·East Street
8
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.2 mi·25 sec·Main Street
9
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.6 mi·53 sec·West Street
10
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi·56 sec·Stony Hill Road
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Turn left onto VT 116
2.1 mi·3 min·South 116 Road
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Continue on VT 116
3.4 mi·5 min·South 116 Road
13
Continue on VT 116
6.1 mi·8 min·Case Street
14
Turn right onto VT 116
0.5 mi·51 sec·Ossie Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 7 South
16
Continue on US 7
11 mi·16 min·Ethan Allen Highway
17
Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi·39 sec·Conant Square
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Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi·44 sec·Center Street
19
Continue on US 7
14 mi·23 min·Franklin Street
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Continue on US 7
53 mi·1 hr 19 min·North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward VT 7A
22
Keep slight right at fork
482 ft·13 sec
Toward VT 7A NorthUse the right lane.
23
Turn straight onto VT 7A
0.4 mi·46 sec·Harwood Hill Road
24
Turn left onto Overlea Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Overlea Road
25
Continue on Mechanic Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Mechanic Street
26
At end of road, turn right onto Prospect Street
429 ft·15 sec·Prospect Street
27
Turn right onto Sage Street
179 ft·6 sec·Sage Street
28
Turn right onto VT 67A
444 ft·20 sec·Main Street
29
Turn left onto VT 67
20 ft·0 sec·Bank Street
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Arrive at destination
VT 67
Trip Plan
Planning for this 123-mile trek is simple since it only requires one well-timed stop to break up the three-hour drive. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, it is best to depart in the morning when you are fresh and visibility is at its peak. You should monitor your fuel levels before heading out to ensure you stay within your $20 budget, as local roads may offer fewer refueling options than major corridors. Since the trip is manageable in a single day, maintain flexibility in your schedule to account for potential traffic on the local stretches. Using this approach helps you stay comfortable while navigating the winding paths toward North Bennington.
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 61.5 miles from South Burlington, VT, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.8 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 27 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.5 miles or 1h 36m 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 36m
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 South Burlington, 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 South Burlington, VT
This is one driving day of about 123 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from South Burlington, 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 North Main Street for about 52.8 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 and 123 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|VT 116 / Hinesburg Road
Turn left onto VT 116 / Hinesburg Road
Navigation decision point
4
40.8 mi into trip|~1h 2m in|US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South
At end of road, turn left onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South
Navigation decision point
7
120.7 mi into trip|~3h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward VT 7A North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward VT 7A North
5
122.8 mi into trip|~3h 12m in|Prospect Street
At end of road, turn right onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
5
123 mi into trip|~3h 13m in|VT 67 / Bank Street
Turn left onto VT 67 / Bank Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.80 one way
$39.60 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$21.79
$43.57
premium
$4.86
$23.55
$47.11
diesel
$5.61
$27.16
$54.31
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.9
0
$12.92
$5.90
Efficient EV
30.8
0
$10.76
$4.92
EV Truck/SUV
49.2
0
$17.22
$7.87
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
South Burlington, VT
Late night
in South Burlington on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Bennington, VT
Late night
in North Bennington on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Brandon, VT
62 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
14 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 13m 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.
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...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 72.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With only 15% of the trip spent on highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time on winding local roads. The longest uninterrupted section of the journey consists of 52.8 miles along North Main Street, which serves as the backbone of your route. As you transition between these smaller roads, the character of the drive remains consistently technical. Be prepared for frequent turns that keep the experience engaging from start to finish.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.8 mi on North Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 116 / Hinesburg Road.
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 13m 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: near the start (VT 116 / Hinesburg Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.8 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South): Navigation decision point; at 120.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 123 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.8 miles on North Main Street. 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: near the start (VT 116 / Hinesburg Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.8 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South): Navigation decision point; at 120.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at North Bennington, VT, but most travelers stay overnight.
