Burlington, Vermont to Watertown, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138 miles 222.1 km · straight line
172.5 miles estimated 277.6 km · driving distance
3h 28min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
256° WSW bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Vermont from Watertown, New York?

The distance from Burlington, Vermont to Watertown, New York is 138 miles (222.1 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, New York is located WSW of Burlington, Vermont. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.5 miles, taking about 3h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Vermont in Vermont and Watertown, New York in New York.

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 Burlington, Vermont and Watertown, New York. 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 Watertown, New York

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 & Watertown, New York

Quick Facts

Burlington, Vermont
44.48°N, 73.21°W
America/New_York
61m elevation
Watertown, New York
43.97°N, 75.91°W
America/New_York
142m 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 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients