How far is Dorset, VT from Montpelier, VT?
The driving distance from Dorset, VT to Montpelier, VT is about 100.3 miles (161.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Vermont, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dorset and Montpelier.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dorset and Montpelier.
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Start on Vermont Route 30
2.6 mi · 4 min · Vermont Route 30
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Turn left onto Morse Hill Road
3.6 mi · 9 min · Morse Hill Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Vermont Route 7A
1240 ft · 32 sec · Vermont Route 7A
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At the end of the road, turn left onto U.S. Route 7
25.8 mi · 41 min · U.S. Route 7
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Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Woodstock Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · Woodstock Avenue
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Continue on U.S. Route 4 East
9.3 mi · 15 min · U.S. Route 4 East
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Turn slight left onto Vermont Route 100
10.7 mi · 16 min · Vermont Route 100
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Continue on Vermont Route 107
6.7 mi · 10 min · Vermont Route 107
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Continue on River Street
3.4 mi · 6 min · River Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Vermont Route 107
2 mi · 4 min · Vermont Route 107
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Turn left onto I 89 North
2024 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
30.4 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Montpelier
1209 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto Main Street
1103 ft · 22 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dorset and Montpelier.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 89 North
Merge slight left
30.4 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Dorset and Rain Showers Likely near Montpelier.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dorset to Montpelier?
The road trip is about 100.3 miles (161.4 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Pittsfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.1 miles from Dorset and 50.2 miles from Montpelier.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.1 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 2:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.97 one way or $27.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Dorset and Rain Showers Likely near Montpelier.
Stop Ideas Near Pittsfield
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 Pittsfield.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dorset and Montpelier. Straight-line distance: 74.2 mi (119.42 km).
#1 Dorset
Town in Vermont
| Population | 1,937 |
| Coordinates | 43.2548000, -73.0987200 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montpelier
Capital of Vermont, United States and seat of Washington County
| Population | 7,328 |
| Coordinates | 44.2600600, -72.5753900 |
| Altitude | 160 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-72.575417, 44.260072)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.97 | $27.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $15.78 | $31.56 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $17.20 | $34.39 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $21.23 | $42.46 |
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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