Origin
West Brattleboro, VT
Late night in West Brattleboro on Sunday
Local time
12:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Brattleboro, 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 3m
Distance
37.6 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Brattleboro, VT
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Bennington, VT
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Trip Overview
Traveling between West Brattleboro and Bennington covers 37.6 miles of Vermont’s scenic interior. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 3 minutes on the road, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily follow Route 9, transitioning through Marlboro Road and Western Avenue to navigate the stretch. With a modest fuel cost of approximately $6, it is a very budget-friendly excursion. This drive is perfectly suited for those looking to experience the Northeast's local charm without the stress of long-distance travel. Since both locations reside within Vermont, you will stay comfortably within the same region throughout the entire journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Western Avenue | — | — |
| Marlboro Road | — | — |
| Route 9 | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| Route 9 West | — | — |
| Woodford Road | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Western Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Brattleboro, VT and Bennington, VT.
1
Start on Greenleaf Street
325 ft
·
16 sec
·
Greenleaf Street
2
Turn sharp left onto Western Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
3
Continue on Marlboro Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Marlboro Road
4
Continue on Vermont Route 9
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Vermont Route 9
5
Continue on East Main Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
6
Continue on Vermont Route 9 West
18 mi
·
27 min
·
Vermont Route 9 West
7
Continue on Woodford Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodford Road
8
Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
9
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from West Brattleboro, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.05 one way
$12.11 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.66 | $13.32 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.30 | $16.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Late night in Bennington on Sunday
Local time
12:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Wilmington, VT
19 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
4 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 3m 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?
Forget about monotonous interstate cruising; this route is entirely local, meaning you have a 0% highway share. The drive is defined by a turn-heavy profile that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because you are navigating winding local roads rather than high-speed lanes, the journey maintains a consistent, steady pace from start to finish. You won't find any long, straight stretches here, as the road configuration keeps you engaged with the terrain. Prepare for a driving experience that feels more like a deliberate, winding transition through the countryside than a simple commute.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Western Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Brattleboro, VT to Bennington, VT is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Brattleboro, VT to Bennington, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 37.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Brattleboro, VT to Bennington, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
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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