Gravel in Montpelier, VT

A typical tri-axle dump truck holds about 10-14 cubic yards (roughly 13-18 tons) of loose gravel. Delivered prices in the Montpelier area commonly run about $30 to $70 per ton depending on type and season, so a full truckload often falls in the $400 to $1,200 range. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Delivery fees vary by zip code and some areas may have free delivery—check your zip code at checkout.

Costs depend on driveway width, depth, and site prep. For a 20 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway at 4 inches depth you need about 2.5 cubic yards (roughly 3.5 tons); materials delivered for that amount typically cost about $105 to $245 based on $30–$70/ton. Labor and installation (grading, base, compaction) can range widely; small jobs often run $500 to $2,000 or more depending on site conditions, so total project cost commonly falls between about $600 and $2,500. Get local contractor quotes for accurate installation pricing and use Hello Gravel to deliver the materials.

Bulk delivery is usually the most economical per ton once you meet the 3-ton minimum, because trucks deliver loose material directly to your site. Picking up gravel yourself can save delivery fees if you have a suitable truck and time, but it requires multiple trips for larger jobs. Bagged gravel is the most expensive per cubic yard and is best only for very small projects or when you need small, exact amounts.

For a 20 ft long driveway, examples: at 10 ft wide and 4 inches deep you need about 2.5 cubic yards (~3.5 tons); at 12 ft wide and 6 inches deep you need about 4.4 cubic yards (~6.0 tons). Delivery for small orders follows local per-ton pricing—expect roughly $30 to $70 per ton delivered, so a small 3.5-ton order would be about $105 to $245 for materials and delivery. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days; next-day delivery is available for an additional fee if ordered before noon CST.

Hello Gravel works with a network of local Vermont suppliers and haulers that serve the Montpelier area, so we connect you to trusted regional sources rather than selling our own-branded trucks. Typical lead times are 2 to 7 business days depending on stock and season; our standard service is 2+ business days and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Delivery fees depend on distance, material type, and site access; many Montpelier-area orders qualify for free delivery but rural addresses or specialty materials can have additional haul fees—check your zip code or contact our team for a quote.

For Vermont’s freeze-thaw cycles, angular crushed stone (for example 3/4u0022 crushed stone or stone screenings over a compacted base) and well-draining mixes are best because they lock together and shed water, reducing frost heave. In frost-prone areas you may also use larger crushed sub-base materials and geotextile fabric under the base for extra stability. Washed river gravel and pea stone look nice but can shift or hold water more than crushed stone; recycled crushed stone is cheaper but has more fines and mixed performance. Expect price differences of roughly $5 to $20 per ton between common types, with recycled and screenings usually on the low end and washed or specialty decorative gravels on the high end.

Hello Gravel specializes in delivering materials and does not directly perform full driveway installations, but we can often connect you with local contractors who handle grading, base work, and compaction. Installation costs vary a lot by site conditions; a simple resurfacing might cost a few hundred dollars in labor, while a full rebuild with excavation and new base can run $1,000 to $5,000 or more. We recommend getting at least two local contractor quotes and using Hello Gravel to deliver the material once you choose a contractor.

Demand and pricing can change with the season: late spring through early fall is peak season so prices and lead times can be higher, while shoulder seasons (late fall or early spring) sometimes have lower demand and better pricing. Winter deliveries in Vermont can be limited or more expensive due to road and equipment constraints. Book early for summer projects and check with our team about seasonal offers for your zip code.

Montpelier may require permits or approvals for new driveways, curb cuts, or changes that affect public right-of-way; requirements depend on location, slopes, and stormwater rules. Hello Gravel does not obtain permits, but our team can point you to the Montpelier Public Works and zoning department and advise on typical requirements so you can get the right approvals before you start.

Yes, recycled crushed stone and other reclaimed materials are commonly available in the Vermont market and are usually less expensive on a per-ton basis than new quarried stone. Recycled materials often cost $5 to $20 less per ton, but they can contain more fines and variable particle shapes, so they perform better as base material than as a finished surface in freeze-prone areas. Hello Gravel can show you available alternatives and current local pricing for your zip code so you can choose the best balance of cost and performance.