How far is Milton, VT from Vernon, VT?
The driving distance from Milton, VT to Vernon, VT is about 172.9 miles (278.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.1 miles (214.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 32m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Milton and Vernon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milton and Vernon.
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Start on Main Street
774 ft · 28 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto River Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · River Street
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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
97.3 mi · 1 hr 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
1351 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 91 South: Brattleboro
860 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
62 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 5: Brattleboro, Guilford
1441 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto Canal Street
1760 ft · 48 sec · Canal Street
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Turn right onto Fairground Road
3019 ft · 1 min · Fairground Road
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Turn straight onto South Main Street
133 m · 13 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Cotton Mill Hill
2143 ft · 59 sec · Cotton Mill Hill
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Turn straight onto Vernon Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Vernon Street
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Continue on Fort Bridgman Road
4.8 mi · 8 min · Fort Bridgman Road
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Turn left
49 m · 14 sec
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Turn right
19 m · 4 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 Vernon.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
U.S. Route 2
Merge slight left
97.3 mi · 01h 53m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Light Rain leaving Milton and Rain near Vernon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Milton to Vernon?
The road trip is about 172.9 miles (278.3 km) and usually takes 03h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Royalton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.4 miles from Milton and 86.5 miles from Vernon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.1 miles (214.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:56 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.06 one way or $48.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Milton and Rain near Vernon.
Stop Ideas Near Royalton
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 Royalton.
Randolph station
White River Junction
Windsor station
Rutland station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Milton and Vernon. Straight-line distance: 133.12 mi (214.24 km).
#1 Milton
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 10,907 |
| Coordinates | 44.6397700, -73.1104100 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Vernon
Town in Windham County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 2,190 |
| Coordinates | 42.7620300, -72.5134200 |
| Altitude | 80 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vernon (-72.51342, 42.76203)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $24.06 | $48.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $27.19 | $54.38 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $29.63 | $59.27 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $36.58 | $73.16 |
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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