Wells, VT Road Trips
Drivers starting from Wells, VT have 3 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 59 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Wells, VT spread mainly north and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
86.1 mi
Colchester, VT
Quickest Drive
1h 13m
Bennington, VT
Plan Around Wells, VT
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Wells, VT is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Wells, VT
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Wells, VT
Driving from Wells, VT
On average, trips departing from Wells, VT run 59 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 40m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 79 miles (2h 11m), while the shortest is just 45 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Wells, VT include Burlington, VT (78.5 mi, 2h 11m), Springfield, VT (54 mi, 1h 35m), and Bennington, VT (45.1 mi, 1h 13m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in VT currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 59-mile trip from Wells, VT, budget about $9 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Wells, VT and 2 routes heading into Wells, VT, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 45 to 79 miles.
The longest mapped route from Wells, VT covers 79 miles and takes approximately 2h 11m. Shorter options start at just 45 miles.
The average route from Wells, VT runs about 59 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 40m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 59-mile trip from Wells, VT costs roughly $9 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Wells, VT include Burlington, VT, Springfield, VT and Bennington, VT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Wells, VT by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
423
Median Income
$73,750
Median Home Value
$198,400
Median Age
34.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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