Burlington, Vermont to Waterville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

176.5 miles 284 km · straight line
220.6 miles estimated 355 km · driving distance
4h 26min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
87° E bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Vermont from Waterville?

The distance from Burlington, Vermont to Waterville is 176.5 miles (284 km) as the crow flies. Waterville is located E of Burlington, Vermont. By car, the driving distance is approximately 220.6 miles, taking about 4h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Vermont in Vermont and Waterville in Maine.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Waterville. 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 Waterville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 26min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 19min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 13min $26–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Vermont & Waterville

Quick Facts

Burlington, Vermont
44.48°N, 73.21°W
America/New_York
61m elevation
Waterville
44.55°N, 69.63°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 141.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients