Burlington, Vermont to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

137.9 miles 222 km · straight line
172.4 miles estimated 277.5 km · driving distance
3h 28min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Vermont from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Burlington, Vermont to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is 137.9 miles (222 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is located WNW of Burlington, Vermont. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.4 miles, taking about 3h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Burlington, Vermont is in Vermont, United States, while Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Burlington, Vermont and Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. 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 Burlington, Vermont to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 28min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 10min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 18min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Vermont & Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Burlington, Vermont
44.48°N, 73.21°W
America/New_York
61m elevation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
45.42°N, 75.70°W
America/Toronto
70m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients