New Hampshire and Vermont Win Gold in the Slow-Driving Olympics

A new study from MoneySuperMarket has revealed something most locals may have already suspected: if you're in a hurry, you might not want to drive through New Hampshire or Vermont. These two New England states are tied for dead last when it comes to average long-distance driving speeds in the U.S.—New Hampshire clocking in at a leisurely 49.9 mph and Vermont barely pushing the pedal at 52.8 mph.

Now before you blame it on the moose crossings or snowstorms (both valid points), let’s be real: this is just how life rolls up here. Slow. Peaceful. Slightly behind schedule. Maybe we’re just savoring every mile—because unlike New Yorkers, we don’t treat driving like a demolition derby. Also, when your state motto is basically “Live Free or Die,” maybe you take your sweet time on Route 302 just to soak in views.

Pretty much right on par with New Hampshire's stats, Vermont also seems to be under the impression that “cruise control” means setting it to “senior citizen on a Sunday drive.”

Meanwhile, over in Wyoming, the folks are putting the pedal to the metal with an average long-distance speed of 72 mph—the fastest in the country. Probably because there’s nothing in the way except open plains, tumbleweeds, and the occasional antelope giving you a thumbs up as you fly by. Wyoming drivers are out there doing NASCAR speeds while New Englanders are just vibin' with the trees. Total different energy.

So yeah, you might not be getting anywhere fast in the Green or Granite States—but you’ll get there eventually, and the view will be great.

Here are all of the stats from MoneySuperMarket study.