Amherst Center to Burlington, Vermont: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.3 miles 240.2 km · straight line
186.6 miles estimated 300.3 km · driving distance
3h 45min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
347° NNW bearing direction

How far is Amherst Center from Burlington, Vermont?

The distance from Amherst Center to Burlington, Vermont is 149.3 miles (240.2 km) as the crow flies. Burlington, Vermont is located NNW of Amherst Center. By car, the driving distance is approximately 186.6 miles, taking about 3h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Amherst Center in Massachusetts and Burlington, Vermont in Vermont.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amherst Center and Burlington, Vermont. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amherst Center to Burlington, Vermont

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 45min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 30min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 34min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amherst Center & Burlington, Vermont

Quick Facts

Amherst Center
42.38°N, 72.52°W
America/New_York
93m elevation
Burlington, Vermont
44.48°N, 73.21°W
America/New_York
61m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients