The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Burlington, VT
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
18 h 30 m
Average duration
18 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
697 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Burlington, VT will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 1 buses that leave Washington, DC for Burlington, VT on Sat, May 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct buses cover the 697 km distance in an average of 18 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 30 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest buses will take 18 h 30 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.
3:35 AM18h30Washington, DC10:05 PMBurlington, VT$991One-way0 transfers
3:35 AM18h30Washington, DC10:05 PMBurlington, VT$991One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Burlington, VT
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Burlington, VT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $98. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $98, and a flight costs an average of $362.
Distance: 433 miles (697 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$143 Average price Cheapest | $406 Average price | $303 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 0m Average total duration 13h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 8m Average total duration 13h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Burlington, VT:
A bus is $160 (€130) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Burlington, VT costing on average $303 (€245).
A bus is $263 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Burlington, VT costing on average $406 (€328).
Other travel options to Burlington, VT take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 30m.
Train takes on average 13h 38m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Washington, DC to Burlington, VT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:47PM | Duration 17h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:42AM | Duration 13h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $110 |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Burlington, VT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Burlington, VT buses for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:10 AM Washington, DC | 15h55 | 11:05 PM Burlington, VT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM Washington, DC | 16h05 | 3:35 PM Burlington, VT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 24 | |||||
![]() | 3:35 AM Washington, DC | 18h30 | 10:05 PM Burlington, VT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Burlington, VT
Buses from Washington, DC to Burlington, VT run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $98 (€79) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 433 miles (697 km) distance in 15h 55m.
Distance 433 miles (697 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $98 (€79) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 15h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Washington, DC to Burlington, VTYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Burlington, VT with FlixBus for as low as $98 (€79). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Burlington, VT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Burlington, VT
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Shake Shack (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 96, 97, D6 Metro: Red Train: Amtrak, MARC, VRE
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