Origin
Wells, VT
Morning in Wells on Tuesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wells, VT to Bennington, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
45.1 mi
73 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 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wells, VT
Tima Miroshnichenko
Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
Wells, VT to Bennington, VT is 45.1 miles and takes about 1h 13m via U.S. Route 7 and Vermont Route 30, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you through the Northeast region, entirely within Vermont. It's a straightforward drive that's perfect for a quick excursion, offering a chance to experience local Vermont scenery without a significant time commitment. Consider this route if you're looking for an easy day trip with minimal driving.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 7 | 22.2 mi | 30m |
| Vermont Route 30 | 10.2 mi | 16m |
| Dorset West Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Bonnet Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Depot Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| North Pawlet Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| South Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 7
— 22.2 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wells, VT and Bennington, VT.
1
Start on VT 30
118 ft
·
8 sec
·
Vermont Route 30
2
Turn left onto South Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
3
Continue on North Pawlet Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Pawlet Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto VT 30
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Vermont Route 30
5
Turn right onto VT 315
74 ft
·
7 sec
·
Route 315
6
Turn left onto Dorset West Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Dorset West Road
7
Continue on West Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto VT 30
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Vermont Route 30
9
Continue on VT 30
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Bonnet Street
10
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A; VT 30
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
11
Continue on VT 7A; VT 30
180 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
12
Enter roundabout onto VT 11; VT 30
155 ft
·
2 sec
·
Depot Street
13
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Depot Street
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 7 South: Bennington
15
Merge onto US 7
21 mi
·
28 min
·
U.S. Route 7
16
Merge onto US 7; VT 279
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Bennington Bypass
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
Toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
18
Continue on US 7
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Street
19
Turn right onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
20
Turn left onto VT 9
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
VT 9
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 22.5 miles from Wells, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 43.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Street
Turn left onto South Street
Navigation decision point
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
VT 30 / Vermont Route 30
At end of road, turn left onto VT 30 / Vermont Route 30
Navigation decision point
5
16.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
VT 30 / Vermont Route 30
At end of road, turn right onto VT 30 / Vermont Route 30
Navigation decision point
5
20.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
43.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m 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
$7.26 one way
$14.52 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.64 | $17.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Morning in Bennington on Tuesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Manchester, VT
23 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
1 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 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 72% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 22.2 miles on U.S. Route 7, allowing for a good pace. The route transitions between U.S. Route 7 and Vermont Route 30, offering a varied driving experience. While much of it is highway, the inclusion of Vermont Route 30 and Dorset West Road provides a taste of local driving.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Street.
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 45.1 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (South Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (VT 30 / Vermont Route 30): Navigation decision point; at 16.9 miles (VT 30 / Vermont Route 30): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Bennington, VT
Full guide →Bennington is a town in Southwestern Vermont. Boasting five covered bridges it is a classic Vermont country town, and is also home to Bennington College. This article also encompasses the neighboring town of North Bennington.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 45.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). 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: near the start (South Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (VT 30 / Vermont Route 30): Navigation decision point; at 16.9 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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