Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Burlington travel guide

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With a population of 42,417, Burlington is the largest city in Vermont, United States by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Burlington deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Burlington

If you’re looking for affordable options, A Single Pebble (133 Bank Street) and Bleu Northeast Seafood (25 Cherry St.) are great picks.

When to visit Burlington

Burlington in April
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burlington in April
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Burlington in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10.4 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Burlington, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Burlington

Plane

When flying to Burlington, you’ll arrive at Burlington (BTV), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Burlington include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Burlington departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Burlington. The train journey from Burlington to New York takes 7h 31m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $76 for a 10h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 182 miles from Burlington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Burlington’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Burlington, you’ll arrive at Burlington (BTV), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Burlington include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Burlington departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Burlington. The train journey from Burlington to New York takes 7h 31m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $76 for a 10h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 182 miles from Burlington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Burlington’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Burlington

PBGPlattsburgh Intl
BTVBurlington
LEBLebanon Municipal

Airlines serving Burlington

KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,157 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,897 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,914 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,174 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,849 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,140 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,696 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (664 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (330 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (505 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (207 reviews)
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Where to stay in Burlington

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Burlington, with prices from $128 to $247 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Burlington are about 104% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Burlington by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Burlington

Most booked hotels in Burlington

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Hotel Vermont
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 461 reviews)
$247+
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Green Mountain Suites Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1903 reviews)
$133+
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Courtyard Burlington Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 218 reviews)
$171+
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The Essex Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 559 reviews)
$179+
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Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1120 reviews)
$123+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2106 reviews)
$136+
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Renting a car in Burlington

Renting a car in Burlington costs $90 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Burlington.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Burlington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Burlington is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Burlington costs $90 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Burlington.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Burlington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Burlington is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Burlington

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$34/day

Full-size

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$38/day

Intermediate
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