ThumbRidesAlbany to Burlington Rideshare & Carpool
Share a planned ride from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT — free, with no booking fees.
A ride heading to Burlington this week
A phone-verified driver in a 2026 Toyota Corolla is driving Orlando, FL to Burlington, VT with 1 open seat. It leaves Orlando Thursday, Oct 8, around noon and passes the Albany area on the way, most likely on Friday.
Joining for part of the route? Request the seat and agree on pickup, drop-off, and timing with the driver in the app.
Albany to Burlington is about 162 miles: north on I-87 past Saratoga Springs and Glens Falls, then along the west side of Lake Champlain and across into Vermont.
Why carpool Albany to Burlington?
Albany is the main gateway for travel into western Vermont, and options to Burlington are limited. A shared ride with a driver already heading there is a quick, direct, low-cost trip.
How ThumbRides works
- 1Find or post a trip. Search rides already going Albany → Burlington, or post the trip you need and let drivers come to you.
- 2Match and confirm. Connect with a verified driver or rider, agree on pickup, and lock in your seat.
- 3Split the gas. Ride together and share fuel costs directly — ThumbRides never takes a cut.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Albany from Burlington, VT?
About 162 miles, roughly 3 hours of driving.
Can I get a ride from Albany to UVM?
Yes. Search ThumbRides for rides to Burlington, or post the ride you need.
Can I be picked up in Saratoga Springs?
Often. Northbound rides pass Saratoga on I-87; confirm the pickup with the driver.
Is ThumbRides free?
Yes. There are no booking fees and ThumbRides never takes a cut. Riders share trip costs directly with the driver.
Ready to ride?
Join drivers and riders already sharing the Albany–Burlington route.