Traveling from St. Johnsbury to North Bennington covers 156.4 miles of Vermont terrain, typically taking about 3 hours and 27 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused route, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will spend roughly $25 on fuel to make the trek, moving through the Northeast region of the state. Utilizing I-91, U.S. Route 7, and Vermont Route 11, the drive offers a straightforward transit across the state. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a weekend getaway, the trip is manageable and efficient for most drivers.
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
78.2 miles from St Johnsbury, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
93.8 mi
1h 48m
U.S. Route 7
19.8 mi
27m
Vermont Route 11
17.1 mi
26m
Rockingham Road
6.5 mi
9m
Vermont Route 11 West
4.4 mi
6m
Simonsville Road
3.7 mi
5m
Vermont Route 103 South
2.5 mi
4m
Depot Street
1.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 93.8 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St Johnsbury, VT and North Bennington, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
90 ft·10 sec·Main Street
2
Turn sharp right onto US 5
1.6 mi·2 min·Railroad Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
4
Merge onto I 91
94 mi·1 hr 48 min·I 91
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·41 sec
Exit 6Toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
6
At end of road, turn left onto VT 103
6.5 mi·9 min·Rockingham Road
7
Continue on VT 103
2.5 mi·4 min·Vermont Route 103 South
8
Continue on VT 11; VT 103
1.2 mi·3 min·South Main Street
9
Continue on VT 11
4.4 mi·6 min·Vermont Route 11 West
10
Continue on VT 11
3.7 mi·5 min·Simonsville Road
11
Continue on VT 11
5.6 mi·8 min·Vermont Route 11
12
Continue on VT 100; VT 11
0.4 mi·59 sec·North Main Street
13
Continue on VT 11
12 mi·17 min·Vermont Route 11
14
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
1.3 mi·2 min·Depot Street
15
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
0.5 mi·56 sec·Depot Street
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward US 7 South: Bennington
17
Merge onto US 7
20 mi·27 min·U.S. Route 7
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward VT 7A
19
Keep slight right at fork
482 ft·13 sec
Toward VT 7A NorthUse the right lane.
20
Turn straight onto VT 7A
0.4 mi·46 sec·Harwood Hill Road
21
Turn left onto Overlea Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Overlea Road
22
Continue on Mechanic Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Mechanic Street
23
At end of road, turn right onto Prospect Street
429 ft·15 sec·Prospect Street
24
Turn right onto Sage Street
179 ft·6 sec·Sage Street
25
Turn right onto VT 67A
444 ft·20 sec·Main Street
26
Turn left onto VT 67
20 ft·0 sec·Bank Street
27
Arrive at destination
VT 67
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid potential traffic. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the nearly three-and-a-half-hour duration can feel long without a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving St. Johnsbury to ensure you stay within your $25 budget. Given the significant portion of the route spent on I-91, stay alert for changing speed limits as you transition onto the state-level roads. Using your single allotted stop to transition between highway segments is a great way to maintain your focus for the final leg of the drive.
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 78.2 miles from St Johnsbury, VT, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.8 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 34 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.2 miles or 1h 31m 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 44m
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 St Johnsbury, 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 St Johnsbury, VT
This is one driving day of about 156.4 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from St Johnsbury, 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 91 for about 93.8 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 156.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 5 / Railroad Street
Turn sharp right onto US 5 / Railroad Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
95.7 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
5
95.9 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|VT 103 / Rockingham Road
At end of road, turn left onto VT 103 / Rockingham Road
Navigation decision point
7
154 mi into trip|~3h 21m 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
156.1 mi into trip|~3h 26m in|Prospect Street
At end of road, turn right onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.18 one way
$50.36 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$27.70
$55.41
premium
$4.86
$29.95
$59.90
diesel
$5.61
$34.53
$69.06
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.9
0
$16.42
$7.51
Efficient EV
39.1
0
$13.69
$6.26
EV Truck/SUV
62.6
0
$21.90
$10.01
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
St Johnsbury, VT
Night
in St Johnsbury on Saturday
Local time
9:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Bennington, VT
Night
in North Bennington on Saturday
Local time
9:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Springfield, VT
78 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
7 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 27m 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?
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed travel, as 88% of your journey takes place on major highways. You will settle into a steady rhythm during the longest stretch of 93.8 miles on I-91, which accounts for the majority of the time behind the wheel. Once you transition off the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you navigate U.S. Route 7 and Vermont Route 11. This blend of fast-paced highway driving and connecting state routes keeps the experience moving quickly. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that favors efficiency over winding, technical backroads.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.8 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and U.S. Route 7. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Railroad Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 27m drive. You will face about 13 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 (US 5 / Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 95.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles (VT 103 / Rockingham Road): Navigation decision point.
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 St Johnsbury, VT to North Bennington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Bellows Falls along the way.
Bellows Falls
95.7 mi in|~1h 51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 156.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 93.8 miles on I 91. 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 (US 5 / Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 95.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles (VT 103 / Rockingham Road): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at North Bennington, VT, but most travelers stay overnight.
