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

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.

When to visit South Burlington

South Burlington in November
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Burlington in November
Estimated hotel price
$111
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 2 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to South Burlington include American Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to South Burlington departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 59m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to South Burlington. The train journey from South Burlington to New York takes 7h 31m and costs around $103 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $113 for a 11h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to South Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 290 km from South Burlington. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Turo, among others, in Boston.

Plane

When flying to South Burlington, you’ll arrive at Burlington (BTV), which is located 2 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to South Burlington include American Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to South Burlington departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 59m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to South Burlington. The train journey from South Burlington to New York takes 7h 31m and costs around $103 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $113 for a 11h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to South Burlington is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 290 km from South Burlington. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Turo, among others, in Boston.

Airports near South Burlington

PBGPlattsburgh Intl
BTVBurlington
LEBLebanon Municipal

Airlines serving South Burlington

KLM
Good (1,473 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,804 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,451 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,544 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,720 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,818 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,080 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,910 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,205 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,915 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,562 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,573 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (682 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,480 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (341 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (271 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,297 reviews)
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Where to stay in South Burlington

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express South Burlington By IHG and Comfort Inn & Suites South Burlington near University.

Where to stay in popular areas of South Burlington

Most booked hotels in South Burlington

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Hotel Vermont
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 462 reviews)
$209+
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Green Mountain Suites Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 2006 reviews)
$139+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Burlington
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 304 reviews)
$157+
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Courtyard by Marriott Burlington Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 226 reviews)
$147+
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Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1158 reviews)
$124+
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Hilton Garden Inn Burlington-Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 853 reviews)
$148+
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Renting a car in South Burlington

Renting a car in South Burlington costs $68 per day, on average, or $136 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 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Burlington.

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in South Burlington is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Dodge Durango or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in South Burlington costs $68 per day, on average, or $136 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 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Burlington.

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in South Burlington is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Dodge Durango or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in South Burlington

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

Economy

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$38/day

Supplier choice
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