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How to get to Burlington by train
| Routes | 8 |
| Trips per day | 25 |
| train lines | 3 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Burlington
Burlington is a charming city with enviable access to natural beauty. Its biggest attraction is the celebrated Royal Botanical Gardens, the largest and perhaps most stunning garden in Canada, but Burlington has a lot more to offer. Walking through the historic downtown, marvel at the city's quaint architecture that features Gothic Revival mansions and old-world churches. Burlington also has various outdoor activities available for every type of adventurer, including gentle walks along the Lake Ontario waterfront, jaw-dropping hikes up the Niagara Escarpment, or adrenaline-fuelled rock climbs at Mount Nemo Conservation Area.
The city has a vibrant culinary scene featuring a range of high-quality eateries and several food-focused festivals such as Ribfest, which falls on Labor Day every year. Dozens of bars and nightclubs serve up live music late into the night for those looking for a party.
Just 30 miles from Toronto, Burlington is well-connected and benefits from its proximity to Canada's biggest city. The local VIA Rail station provides convenient rail links across the region, and Burlington is within driving distance of four different international airports.
Station Information
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Link to image attributionAldershot Station is Burlington's train station, located in the Aldershot neighborhood slightly southwest of downtown. The station consists of a spacious waiting area with public restrooms and several platforms for long-distance VIA Rail trains and commuter GO Transit trains. The station has two large parking lots, but it can sometimes be difficult to find a spot on weekdays. You can board VIA Rail's Windsor to Toronto line or Toronto to New York line from this station.
Popular train stations in Burlington:
Aldershot Station - 1199 Waterdown Rd
What train companies travel to Burlington, Ontario?
Located in Ontario, Canada, Burlington is accessible by train from 8 other cities. You can choose from 25 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Burlington on Wanderu. VIA Rail usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Burlington are also available..
Train companies serving Burlington
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 27 | 1d 10h 21m | US$254.33 |
| VIA Rail | 11 | 1h 22m | US$28.74 |
| Amtrak Maple Leaf | 1 | 9h 27m | US$121.41 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories. In addition to being completely green-certified, VIA Rail’s new, state-of-the-art trains feature amenities such as free reliable Wi-Fi, wide aisles, ergonomic seats, and wheelchair lifts in every accessible car. VIA Rail is known for its unparalleled customer service and snazzy black and yellow paint scheme.
The Amtrak Maple Leaf is an international rail line that runs from New York City to Toronto. It stops at some popular locations on its way, including Niagara Falls and Albany. Onboard WiFi and a cafe car make travel on the Maple Leaf comfortable and convenient.
Which train carrier has the best service to Burlington?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Burlington by train with VIA Rail giving them a 3.6 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that VIA Rail had the most comfortable train service to Burlington taking into account the seats and amenities that VIA Rail offers. They rate VIA Rail a 3.6 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Burlington punctually, travelers suggest that VIA Rail has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Burlington, rating them a 4 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Burlington is Aldershot Station - 1199 Waterdown Rd. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Burlington.
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