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ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
Museum on Burlington's waterfront with changing exhibitions on Lake Champlain history, ecology, art, and regional culture.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€82
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€82
Fastest journey on Sep 20
14 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
14 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €82.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 489 km distance in an average of 14 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 28 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 14 h 28 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €101 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €101, while a flight costs an average of €530.
Distance: 303 miles (489 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€101 Average price Cheapest | €530 Average price | €107 Average price | €82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration 15h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT costing on average €107.
A train is €429 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT costing on average €530.
Other travel options to Burlington, VT take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 50m.
Bus takes on average 15h 10m.
Tickets start at around €101 compared to roughly €82 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-19.32. The journey takes 9h 50m versus 6h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:22 AM Buffalo, NY | 14h28 | 1:50 AM Burlington, VT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €80 but you can travel from only €72 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 09:50. The fastest train covers the 303 miles (489 km) distance in 9h 49m.
Distance 303 miles (489 km) |
Average train duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €80 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 49m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 9:50 AM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Museum on Burlington's waterfront with changing exhibitions on Lake Champlain history, ecology, art, and regional culture.
University museum presenting art from ancient to contemporary periods, with rotating shows and a manageable size for a short visit.
Contemporary art venue in the South End featuring rotating exhibitions by regional and national artists in a modern industrial space.
Pedestrian brick marketplace lined with shops and public art, serving as Burlington's main strolling and people-watching district.
Popular waterfront park with lake and Adirondack views, event spaces, paths, and easy access to the bike path and lighthouse walk.
Long lakeside recreation path ideal for walking and cycling, linking beaches, parks, and viewpoints along Lake Champlain.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Burlington, VT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Buffalo, NY to Burlington, VT trains use the Exchange Street Station to Burlington, Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Buffalo, NY and Burlington, VT train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Exchange Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pearl Street Grill & Brewery, Liberty Hound
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Exchange Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Exchange Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exchange Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Exchange Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exchange Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside, Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER, The Westin Buffalo.
Burlington, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Hen of the Wood, The Farmhouse Tap & Grill
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Burlington, Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Burlington, Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burlington, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Burlington, Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burlington, Union Station.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown, Hotel Vermont, Courtyard Burlington Harbor.
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