How far is Putney, VT from Montpelier, VT?
The driving distance from Putney, VT to Montpelier, VT is about 106.7 miles (171.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.9 miles (143 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 24m 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 01h 42m.
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 Windsor County, Vermont
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Putney and Montpelier.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Putney and Montpelier.
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Start on Main Street
2561 ft · 48 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Putney Landing Road
1266 ft · 27 sec · Putney Landing Road
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Take the ramp left
694 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left
51.6 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward I 89 North
1257 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
52.3 mi · 1 hr
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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 Putney and Montpelier.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 89 North
Merge slight left
52.3 mi · 01h 00m
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 Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Putney and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Montpelier.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Putney to Montpelier?
The road trip is about 106.7 miles (171.7 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Hartford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.3 miles from Putney and 53.4 miles from Montpelier.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.9 miles (143 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.8 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 3:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.83 one way or $29.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Putney and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Montpelier.
Stop Ideas Near Hartford
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 Hartford.
White River Junction
Windsor station
Claremont
Randolph station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Putney and Montpelier. Straight-line distance: 88.84 mi (142.98 km).
#1 Putney
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 2,438 |
| Coordinates | 42.9748000, -72.5217600 |
| Altitude | 114 |
| 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: 172 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.83 | $29.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $16.76 | $33.52 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $18.27 | $36.53 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $22.55 | $45.10 |
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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