Directions From within the Northeast/New England

From New York Metro Area: (via New York State)

Take the New York Thruway (87) north to exit 24 (Albany). After tollbooth bear right and continue on the Northway (Montreal North 87) to Exit 20 (Fort Ann). At the end of the ramp take a left at the traffic light. Take a right at the next traffic light onto route 149 East. Proceed on route 149 East to Fort Ann (about 15 minutes). At the traffic light in Fort Ann, take a left onto Route 4 East. Proceed on Route 4 East, bearing right at the traffic light in Whitehall (this will keep you on Route 4 East). Once in Vermont, take Exit 2 off of Route 4, (Vergennes-Fair Haven) and proceed north on route 22A to Vergennes (approx. 60 miles). Take Route 7 North and follow into Burlington (see map).

From New York Metro Area: (via Connecticut and Massachusetts)

Take Interstate 95 East through New York State into Connecticut. When you reach New Haven, CT, take 91 North. 91 North will take you through Massachusetts and into Vermont. In White River Junction, VT, take 89 North; follow for 90 miles to Burlington. Take exit 14W.

Lake Champlain Ferry Crossings from New York State:

In addition to the directions outlined above, three ferries (some seasonal) service the region.

Plattsburgh, NY to Grand Isle, VT: Open year-round
Port Kent, NY to Burlington, VT: Runs late spring to early fall
Essex, NY to Charlotte, VT: Runs late spring to late fall

Call Lake Champlain Transportation for a current schedule and fares at
(802) 864-9804.

From Hartford Connecticut:

91 North will take you through Massachusetts into Vermont. In White River Junction VT, take 89 North, follow for 90 miles to Burlington. Take exit 14W.

From Boston:

Take 93 North up through Massachusetts into New Hampshire. In Concord look for 89 North. Follow 89 North into Burlington (approximately 90 miles from White River Jct., VT). Take exit 14W.