1978 Vermont gubernatorial election

The 1978 Vermont gubernatorial election took place on November 7, 1978. Incumbent Republican Richard Snelling ran successfully for a second term as Governor of Vermont, defeating Democratic candidate Edwin Granai. , this was the most recent Vermont gubernatorial election in which both major party candidates are now deceased.

Candidates

 * Earl S. Gardner (Liberty Union)
 * Edwin Granai (Democratic), state representative
 * Richard A. Snelling (Republican), incumbent Governor of Vermont