How far is Stamford, VT from Dorset, VT?
The driving distance from Stamford, VT to Dorset, VT is about 56.5 miles (90.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.5 miles (55.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
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.
Village in Vermont
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stamford and Dorset.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stamford and Dorset.
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Start on Main Road
4.7 mi · 7 min · Main Road
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Continue on Vermont Route 100
2.2 mi · 3 min · Vermont Route 100
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Turn left onto Vermont Route 8
5.2 mi · 8 min · Vermont Route 8
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Vermont Route 9 West
11.4 mi · 17 min · Vermont Route 9 West
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Continue on Woodford Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Woodford Road
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Continue on Main Street
129 m · 12 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Bennington Bypass
2.8 mi · 4 min · Bennington Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on U.S. Route 7
21.2 mi · 29 min · U.S. Route 7
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Take the exit slight right toward VT 11, VT 30
1856 ft · 59 sec
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Turn left onto Depot Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · Depot Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Main Street
12 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
57 m · 4 sec · Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bonnet Street
19 m · 1 sec · Bonnet Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Bonnet Street
2.8 mi · 5 min · Bonnet Street
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Continue on Vermont Route 30
3.4 mi · 6 min · Vermont Route 30
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Vermont Route 30
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stamford and Dorset.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
U.S. Route 7
Keep slight right to continue on U.S. Route 7
21.2 mi · 00h 29m
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 Cloudy leaving Stamford and Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers near Dorset.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stamford to Dorset?
The road trip is about 56.5 miles (90.9 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
North Bennington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.2 miles from Stamford and 28.3 miles from Dorset.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.5 miles (55.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 22 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:40 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.48 one way or $16.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Stamford and Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers near Dorset.
Stop Ideas Near North Bennington
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 North Bennington.
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Fort Edward station
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Albany–Rensselaer
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stamford and Dorset. Straight-line distance: 34.49 mi (55.5 km).
#1 Stamford
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 809 |
| Coordinates | 42.7561900, -73.0678800 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dorset
Town in Vermont
| Population | 1,937 |
| Coordinates | 43.2548000, -73.0987200 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dorset (-73.09872, 43.2548)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $4.26 | $8.48 | $16.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.85 | $9.66 | $19.32 |
| Premium | $5.30 | $10.54 | $21.09 |
| Diesel | $6.28 | $12.51 | $25.01 |
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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