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

Burlington travel guide

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You're Going to Love Burlington

With a population of 164,415, Burlington is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Burlington has to offer.

Where to Eat in Burlington

If you’re looking for affordable options, Canyon Creek - Burlington (2429 Fairview St) and Loondocks - Appleby Village Burlington (5111 New St Unit 7) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Turner Pavilion Teahouse @ Royal Botanical Gardens (680 Plains Rd W) and Beertown Public House - Burlington (2050 Appleby Line Unit K) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Burlington.

When to visit Burlington

Burlington in February
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burlington in February
Estimated hotel price
$126
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 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Burlington, with an average rainfall of 2.6″.

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How to Get to Burlington

Plane

Although Burlington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto All airports (YTO), which is located 29 miles from Burlington. The shortest flight to Burlington from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Burlington, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Burlington to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 50m trip. Located 5 miles from the city center, Burlington Aldershot is the busiest station in Burlington. Another popular train station is Burlington GO, located 3 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 29 miles from Burlington. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burlington, including Ontario Northland, Red Arrow and OurBus. From Niagara Falls, the bus ride to Burlington takes 110 miles and will cost you around $40. From London, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 143 miles.

Plane

Although Burlington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto All airports (YTO), which is located 29 miles from Burlington. The shortest flight to Burlington from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Burlington, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Burlington to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 50m trip. Located 5 miles from the city center, Burlington Aldershot is the busiest station in Burlington. Another popular train station is Burlington GO, located 3 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 29 miles from Burlington. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burlington, including Ontario Northland, Red Arrow and OurBus. From Niagara Falls, the bus ride to Burlington takes 110 miles and will cost you around $40. From London, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 143 miles.

Airports near Burlington

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Airlines serving Burlington

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Burlington

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Burlington Toronto and Quality Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Burlington

Most booked hotels in Burlington

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Sheraton Hamilton Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 794 reviews)
$135+
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Four Points by Sheraton Hamilton - Stoney Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 426 reviews)
$107+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Hamilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1111 reviews)
$138+
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Sandman Hotel Hamilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 944 reviews)
$130+
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Best Western Plus Burlington Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 911 reviews)
$101+
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Waterfront Hotel Downtown Burlington
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1965 reviews)
$125+
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Renting a car in Burlington

Renting a car in Burlington costs $30 per day, on average, or $90 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% cheaper than airport locations in Burlington.

Expect to pay $4.69 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 $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Burlington is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Burlington costs $30 per day, on average, or $90 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% cheaper than airport locations in Burlington.

Expect to pay $4.69 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 $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Burlington is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Burlington

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$23/day

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Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$24/day

Compact
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