The cheapest and fastest buses from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 2 buses that leave Rutland, VT for Burlington, VT on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:38 PM2h09Rutland, VT5:47 PMBurlington, VT$151One-way0 transfers
10:33 PM2h09Rutland, VT12:42 AMBurlington, VT$151One-way0 transfers
3:38 PM2h09Rutland, VT5:47 PMBurlington, VT$151One-way0 transfers
10:33 PM2h09Rutland, VT12:42 AMBurlington, VT$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Burlington, VT take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 9m.
You'll arrive about -1h -35m sooner (2h 9m by bus vs 1h 34m by car) and save roughly $-0.28 (€-0.23) compared to fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $14 (€12)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Vermont Translines.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vermont Translines | Departure Time 03:38PM | Arrival Time 05:47PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Vermont Translines | Departure Time 10:33PM | Arrival Time 12:42AM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:38 PM Rutland, VT | 2h09 | 5:47 PM Burlington, VT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:33 PM Rutland, VT | 2h09 | 12:42 AM Burlington, VT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT
Buses from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:58, the last at 13:18. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 9m |
First bus 4:58 AM |
Last bus 1:18 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: Vermont Translines from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VTYou can travel by bus between Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT with Vermont Translines for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rutland, VT to Burlington, VT by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Burlington, VT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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