How far is Bennington, VT from Townshend, VT?
The driving distance from Bennington, VT to Townshend, VT is about 49.3 miles (79.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.2 miles (47 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Vermont
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bennington and Townshend.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington and Townshend.
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Start on Main Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Continue on Woodford Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Woodford Road
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Continue on Vermont Route 9
17.5 mi · 27 min · Vermont Route 9
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Continue on West Main Street
3157 ft · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Vermont Route 100 North
18.3 mi · 27 min · Vermont Route 100 North
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Continue on Vermont Route 100
4.4 mi · 7 min · Vermont Route 100
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Vermont Route 30
6 mi · 10 min · Vermont Route 30
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Turn left onto Grafton Road
135 m · 12 sec · Grafton Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grafton Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bennington and Townshend.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Vermont Route 100 North
Turn left onto Vermont Route 100 North
18.3 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Bennington and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Townshend.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bennington to Townshend?
The road trip is about 49.3 miles (79.3 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Dover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.6 miles from Bennington and 24.7 miles from Townshend.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.2 miles (47 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.86 one way or $13.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Bennington and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Townshend.
Stop Ideas Near Dover
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 Dover.
Union Station
Bellows Falls station
John W. Olver Transit Center
Okemo, Vermont
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bennington and Townshend. Straight-line distance: 29.2 mi (46.99 km).
#1 Bennington
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 14,897 |
| Coordinates | 42.8781300, -73.1967700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Townshend
Town in Vermont
| Population | 1,237 |
| Coordinates | 43.0473000, -72.6675900 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| Country | United States |
End: Townshend (-72.66759, 43.0473)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.76 | $15.51 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.45 | $16.91 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.43 | $20.87 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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