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

252.3 miles 406 km · straight line
315.3 miles estimated 507.5 km · driving distance
6h 21min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
269° W bearing direction

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

The distance from Burlington, Vermont to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada is 252.3 miles (406 km) as the crow flies. Peterborough, Ontario, Canada is located W of Burlington, Vermont. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315.3 miles, taking about 6h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Burlington, Vermont is in Vermont, United States, while Peterborough, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burlington, Vermont and Peterborough, 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 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 21min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 37min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 2min $38–$110* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Burlington, Vermont
44.48°N, 73.21°W
America/New_York
61m elevation
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
44.30°N, 78.32°W
America/Toronto
188m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients