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How to get there
Where to stay
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South Burlington travel guide

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You're Going to Love South Burlington

With a population of 17,904, South Burlington is a must-see destination in Vermont, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. South Burlington deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in South Burlington

If you’re looking for affordable options, Guild Tavern (1633 Williston Road) and Windjammer Restaurant (1076 Williston Rd) are great picks.

When to visit South Burlington

South Burlington in December
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Burlington in December
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to South Burlington

Plane

When flying to South Burlington, you’ll arrive at Burlington (BTV), which is located 1 mile from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to South Burlington include American Airlines, Air Canada and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to South Burlington departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to South Burlington. The train journey from South Burlington to Hartford takes 6h 01m and costs around $53 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $70 for a 7h 31m trip.

Car

Another option to get to South Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 180 miles from South Burlington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Plane

When flying to South Burlington, you’ll arrive at Burlington (BTV), which is located 1 mile from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to South Burlington include American Airlines, Air Canada and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to South Burlington departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to South Burlington. The train journey from South Burlington to Hartford takes 6h 01m and costs around $53 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $70 for a 7h 31m trip.

Car

Another option to get to South Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 180 miles from South Burlington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Airports near South Burlington

PBGPlattsburgh Intl
BTVBurlington
LEBLebanon Municipal

Airlines serving South Burlington

KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,128 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,956 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,857 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,716 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,389 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,261 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,808 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,108 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,718 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,480 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (335 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (655 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,099 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,936 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of South Burlington

Most booked hotels in South Burlington

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Hotel Vermont
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 457 reviews)
$340+
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Green Mountain Suites Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1853 reviews)
$210+
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The Essex Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 548 reviews)
$227+
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Holiday Inn Express South Burlington
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1109 reviews)
$170+
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Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1100 reviews)
$175+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2081 reviews)
$197+
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Renting a car in South Burlington

Renting a car in South Burlington costs $96 per day, on average, or $192 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in South Burlington is the Budget branch at 1200 Airport Drive, which is 1 mile from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Burlington.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in South Burlington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in South Burlington, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in South Burlington costs $96 per day, on average, or $192 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in South Burlington is the Budget branch at 1200 Airport Drive, which is 1 mile from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Burlington.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in South Burlington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in South Burlington, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in South Burlington

Pickup truck

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$43/day

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$43/day

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