How far is Sunderland, VT from Shaftsbury, VT?
The driving distance from Sunderland, VT to Shaftsbury, VT is about 10.6 miles (17.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.5 miles (13.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Bennington County, Vermont, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sunderland and Shaftsbury.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunderland and Shaftsbury.
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Start on Sunderland Hill Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Sunderland Hill Road
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Turn right onto Dunham Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Dunham Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Vermont Route 7A
7 mi · 12 min · Vermont Route 7A
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Turn left onto Old Depot Road
1108 ft · 28 sec · Old Depot Road
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Turn right onto Dexter Road
36 m · 5 sec · Dexter Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dexter Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sunderland and Shaftsbury.
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.
Vermont Route 7A
At the end of the road, turn left onto Vermont Route 7A
7.04 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Sunderland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Shaftsbury.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sunderland to Shaftsbury?
The road trip is about 10.6 miles (17.1 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Arlington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.8 miles from Sunderland and 5.8 miles from Shaftsbury.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.5 miles (13.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.50 one way or $3.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Sunderland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Shaftsbury.
Stop Ideas Near Arlington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sunderland and Shaftsbury. Straight-line distance: 8.49 mi (13.67 km).
#1 Sunderland
Town in Vermont
| Population | 947 |
| Coordinates | 43.1134100, -73.1031600 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shaftsbury
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 3,411 |
| Coordinates | 43.0086900, -73.1912200 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dexter Road (-73.191202, 43.008836)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
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 | $1.50 | $3.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $1.69 | $3.39 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $1.85 | $3.69 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $2.28 | $4.56 |
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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