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Pros: I could just sit back and relax during the trip home. Cons: i found the heat was up too high.
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Trip Summary
You can pick from 4 daily train trips between Chatham and Burlington. The average train journey from Chatham to Burlington takes 2 hours and 49 minutes, but some VIA Rail train trips are as short as 2 hours and 39 minutes.
| Distance | 137 mi (220 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 39m |
| Lowest price | €39.55 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Which train should you take from Chatham to Burlington?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Chatham to Burlington. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIA Rail | 4 | 2h 50m | €61.74 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 4 daily trips between Chatham and Burlington. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Chatham and Burlington is approximately 137 miles, or 220 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 49 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 39 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.
Trains from Chatham to Burlington are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Chatham at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Chatham to Burlington.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Burlington to Chatham.
City Information
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
Where is the train station in Chatham?
Main departure station: Chatham - 43 Edgar St
There is one train station in Chatham.
All train stations in Chatham:
Chatham - 43 Edgar St
Where is the train station in Burlington?
Image credit: Whpq
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Aldershot Station - 1199 Waterdown Rd
Aldershot 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.
Train stations in Burlington:
Aldershot Station - 1199 Waterdown Rd
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