🍁 Montreal to Burlington Vermont Day Trip
Cross the border from Montreal to Burlington, Vermont — Lake Champlain waterfront, Church Street Marketplace, and Ben & Jerry's factory. 160 km.
Trip Highlights
- Church Street Marketplace — Vermont's liveliest pedestrian mall
- Lake Champlain waterfront and ferry
- Ben & Jerry's Waterbury Factory tour
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Itinerary — 5 Stops
Champlain Border Crossing, QC
30 minChamplain, QC
Cross into New York State on I-87 — quick crossing compared to the busier Lacolle/Champlain crossing.
Plattsburgh, NY
45 minPlattsburgh, NY
Lakefront city on Lake Champlain — quick stop at Plattsburgh City Beach if the weather's good.
Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, VT
2 hoursBurlington, VT
Vermont's most vibrant shopping and dining street — al fresco dining and local boutiques.
Waterfront Park, Burlington, VT
1 hourBurlington, VT
Walk the Burlington Bike Path along Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondack Mountains.
Ben & Jerry's Factory, Waterbury, VT
1.5 hoursWaterbury, VT
30 min east of Burlington — factory tours, the Flavor Graveyard, and the best ice cream you'll ever eat.
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Montreal to Burlington Vermont Day Trip Stop 1: Champlain Border Crossing, Champlain, QC Stop 2: Plattsburgh, NY Stop 3: Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, VT Stop 4: Waterfront Park, Burlington, VT Stop 5: Ben & Jerry's Factory, Waterbury, VTOpen in TripNav →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the montreal to burlington vermont day trip take?
Driving time alone is typically 1 day. With stops at all 5 points in the itinerary, plan for a full day.
What's the best time of year for this road trip?
Late June through September offers the best weather. Some routes (like the Icefields Parkway) may have road closures October–May due to snow.
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