ThumbRidesWashington to Burlington Rideshare & Carpool
Share a planned ride from Washington, DC 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 DC 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.
Washington DC to Burlington is about 542 miles: north on I-95 through Baltimore and New Jersey, up the New York Thruway past Albany, then along Lake Champlain into Vermont.
Why carpool Washington to Burlington?
DC to Burlington takes either a connecting flight or a long day on the road. Students heading to UVM or Champlain College and anyone visiting Vermont can share a ride with a driver already going north and split the cost of the trip.
How ThumbRides works
- 1Find or post a trip. Search rides already going Washington → 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 Washington DC from Burlington, VT?
About 542 miles, roughly 9 hours of driving via I-95 and I-87.
Is there a train from DC to Burlington?
Amtrak's Vermonter runs once a day from Washington to Essex Junction, near Burlington, and takes most of the day. A shared car ride can be more flexible and door-to-door.
Where would a DC-area pickup be?
Northbound rides pass the DC area on I-95 and the Beltway. Agree on a convenient pickup spot 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 Washington–Burlington route.