How far is Bennington, VT from South Barre, VT?
The driving distance from Bennington, VT to South Barre, VT is about 118.4 miles (190.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.2 miles (154.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Vermont
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bennington and South Barre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington and South Barre.
-
1
Start on Main Street
754 ft · 27 sec · Main Street
-
2
Turn right onto Depot Street
2369 ft · 1 min · Depot Street
-
3
Merge slight right onto North Street
1791 ft · 47 sec · North Street
-
4
Continue on U.S. Route 7 North
1.6 km · 2 min · U.S. Route 7 North
-
5
Merge slight right onto Bennington Bypass
1041 ft · 16 sec · Bennington Bypass
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on U.S. Route 7
51.6 mi · 1 hr 17 min · U.S. Route 7
-
7
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
-
8
Turn right onto Woodstock Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · Woodstock Avenue
-
9
Continue on U.S. Route 4 East
9.3 mi · 15 min · U.S. Route 4 East
-
10
Turn slight left onto Vermont Route 100
10.7 mi · 16 min · Vermont Route 100
-
11
Continue on Vermont Route 107
6.7 mi · 10 min · Vermont Route 107
-
12
Continue on River Street
3.4 mi · 6 min · River Street
-
13
Turn right onto South Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Main Street
-
14
Continue on Vermont Route 107
2 mi · 4 min · Vermont Route 107
-
15
Turn left onto I 89 North
2024 ft · 49 sec
-
16
Merge slight left
24.3 mi · 28 min
-
17
Take the exit slight right toward VT 63 East: South Barre, Barre
1180 ft · 29 sec
-
18
Continue on Vermont Route 63
3.8 mi · 5 min · Vermont Route 63
-
19
Turn left onto South Barre Road
1445 ft · 45 sec · South Barre Road
-
20
Turn left
49 m · 12 sec
-
21
Turn left
7 m · 2 sec
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bennington and South Barre.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
U.S. Route 7
Keep slight right to continue on U.S. Route 7
51.6 mi · 01h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Bennington and Partly Sunny near South Barre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bennington to South Barre?
The road trip is about 118.4 miles (190.5 km) and usually takes 02h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mendon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.2 miles from Bennington and 59.2 miles from South Barre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.2 miles (154.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.49 one way or $32.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Bennington and Partly Sunny near South Barre.
Stop Ideas Near Mendon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mendon.
Rutland station
Castleton station
Fair Haven, Vermont
Okemo, Vermont
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bennington and South Barre. Straight-line distance: 96.19 mi (154.8 km).
#1 Bennington
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 14,897 |
| Coordinates | 42.8781300, -73.1967700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Barre
City in Barre, Vermont, United States of America
| Population | 1,219 |
| Coordinates | 44.1770100, -72.5056600 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Barre (-72.50566, 44.17701)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $16.49 | $32.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $18.63 | $37.26 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $20.31 | $40.61 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $25.07 | $50.13 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Vermont · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.