How far is Milton, VT from Strafford, VT?
The driving distance from Milton, VT to Strafford, VT is about 99.4 miles (160 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
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.
Capital of Vermont, United States and seat of Washington County
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Milton and Strafford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milton and Strafford.
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Start on Main Street
774 ft · 28 sec · Main Street
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2
At the end of the road, turn left onto River Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · River Street
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3
Continue on River Street
75 m · 7 sec · River Street
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Turn right onto Railroad Street
99 m · 9 sec · Railroad Street
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Turn straight onto U.S. Route 7 South
4.3 mi · 8 min · U.S. Route 7 South
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Turn right onto U.S. Route 2
1240 ft · 23 sec · U.S. Route 2
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Take the ramp slight right
1135 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
84.5 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VT 132: Sharon, VT 14
979 ft · 25 sec
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Turn left onto Route 132
6.3 mi · 12 min · Route 132
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Turn left onto Justin Morrill Memorial Highway
2.3 mi · 6 min · Justin Morrill Memorial Highway
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Turn straight onto Brook Road
556 ft · 27 sec · Brook Road
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Turn right
20 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Milton and Strafford.
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 2
Merge slight left
84.5 mi · 01h 39m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Milton and Partly Sunny near Strafford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Milton to Strafford?
The road trip is about 99.4 miles (160 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Montpelier is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.6 miles from Milton and 49.8 miles from Strafford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.8 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 2:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.85 one way or $27.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Milton and Partly Sunny near Strafford.
Stop Ideas Near Montpelier
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 Montpelier.
Montpelier station
Waterbury
Randolph station
Essex Junction station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Milton and Strafford. Straight-line distance: 64.57 mi (103.91 km).
#1 Milton
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 10,907 |
| Coordinates | 44.6397700, -73.1104100 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Strafford
Town in Vermont
| Population | 1,058 |
| Coordinates | 43.8664600, -72.3778700 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
End: Strafford (-72.37787, 43.86646)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.85 | $27.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $15.64 | $31.29 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $17.05 | $34.10 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $21.05 | $42.10 |
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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