Burlington to Albany Truck Dispatch
Freight route connecting Burlington, VT to Albany, NY (145 miles). Connects Burlington to Upstate New York via I-87/US-7.
What do truck dispatch rates run from Burlington to Albany?
Burlington to Albany is a 145-mile lane paying about $384 - $450 per load, near $2.65 - $3.10 a mile. Freight is mostly consumer goods, port/multimodal-connected freight and distribution-connected freight.
- Distance
- 145 miles
- Avg. rate / load
- $362 - $428
- Rate per mile
- $2.50 - $2.95
- Transit time
- Same day / 2.5-3 hrs
- Deadhead risk
- 20-25%
Lane rates reviewed September 2026. These numbers follow 2026 spot-market pricing for this Vermont-to-New York corridor. See our dispatch fee structure.
Burlington to Albany
Burlington to Albany is a 145-mile, roughly 2.5-hour run south, connecting Vermont's biggest freight gateway to New York's state capital along the Hudson River. Albany sits along I-87 and I-90 with direct access to the Port of Albany, and its proximity to the Port of New York and New Jersey gives this corridor real multimodal reload options.
Origin
Burlington, VT
Destination
Albany, NY
Distance
145 miles
Transit Time
Same day / 2.5-3 hrs
Average Rate
$362 - $428
Rate per Mile
$2.50 - $2.95
145-mile lane, about 2.5 hours south
Albany sits along the Hudson River with direct access to the Port of Albany
Albany is in close proximity to the Port of New York and New Jersey, one of the largest in the US
Burlington to Albany: route facts a driver should know
A new $10 billion chip lab is coming to Albany
The Albany NanoTech Complex has been designated the country's first National Semiconductor Technology Center flagship facility and is slated to host a $10 billion High NA EUV lithography research center.
Source: Center for Strategic and International Studies, Albany NanoTech analysis. Checked 30 Sep 2026.
Burlington's economy centers on the University of Vermont
The University of Vermont, founded in 1791, dominates Burlington's economy and footprint, with about 12,000 students in a city of roughly 45,000 residents.
Source: CNN Travel, Burlington, Vermont city coverage. Checked 30 Sep 2026.
Diesel for this lane
How much is the diesel for Burlington to Albany?
About $144.75 this week. The lane is 145 miles. A truck that gets 6.5 miles per gallon uses about 22 gallons, and diesel is averaging $6.49 a gallon on this lane (week of October 19, 2026). The U.S. average diesel price is up 10 cents this week.
An estimate. It uses EIA's weekly average for the two regions this lane connects, not the price at each pump. Your mpg and fuel card discounts change it.
- Distance
- 145 mi
- Diesel needed
- 22 gal
- Price used
- $6.49/gal
- Fuel cost
- $144.75
Common Freight Types
Consumer goods, port/multimodal-connected freight and distribution-connected freight fill the trailers heading south.
- Consumer Goods
- Manufacturing Equipment
- Dairy Products
What makes the Burlington to Albany lane difficult?
A short-to-medium lane keeps per-load rates in a moderate range
A short-to-medium lane keeps per-load rates in a moderate range.
Winter weather across the Green Mountains and Adirondacks can occasionally affect road conditions
Winter weather across the Green Mountains and Adirondacks can occasionally affect road conditions.
Competition from the region's carrier base can pressure rates
Competition from the region's carrier base can pressure rates.
What freight moves on the Burlington to Albany lane?
What travels between Burlington and Albany, and why the Hudson River port access matters here.
Primary Commodities
- •Consumer Goods
- •Manufacturing Equipment
- •Dairy Products
Secondary Commodities
- •Port/multimodal-connected freight (Port of Albany)
- •Consumer goods
- •Distribution-connected freight
Seasonal Cargo
Peak seasons for this lane:
- •Consumer goods (holiday surge)
- •Port/multimodal-connected freight (steady)
- •Distribution-connected freight (steady)
When is the Burlington to Albany lane busiest?
Retail timing and steady multimodal freight both shape this lane.
Q1 (Jan-Mar): Slow Period?
A modest dip after the holidays, cushioned by steady multimodal-connected freight.
Q4 (Oct-Dec): Peak Period?
Consumer goods climb from October through December.
Produce Season?
Not a major factor on this lane.
- •Q4 holiday retail season
- •Steady multimodal-connected freight year-round
- •Fall foliage tourist season
Hurricane Risk?
None. Occasional winter weather across the Green Mountains and Adirondacks is this corridor's real seasonal risk.
Seasonal Strategy Summary
This lane runs steady year-round, tracking Albany's growing semiconductor manufacturing investment.
How do I negotiate the best rate on the Burlington to Albany lane?
When to book, who pays extra, and which loads need a weather plan.
When to Book
Suggested booking window:
1-2 days out is typical for this haul.
What Brokers Pay More
Loads that command more:
Time-critical multimodal-connected freight tends to pay a premium.
When to Avoid
Loads to price carefully:
Be careful committing to a fast winter delivery without checking road conditions.
Rate Negotiation Tips for Burlington to Albany
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At 155 miles, this is a comfortable one-day run.
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Semiconductor equipment and component freight is worth asking about given Albany's growing chip industry.
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University-linked freight out of Burlington is another option here.
How do I find a backhaul load on the Burlington to Albany lane?
Albany's Hudson River port access makes a northbound load realistic.
Best Return Cities
Where to look for the return load:
- •Albany, NY
- •Regional distribution hubs near Albany
Deadhead Risk %
Deadhead risk on this lane: 20-25%
With close proximity to the Port of New York and New Jersey, there is real backhaul variety.
Alternative Routes
If the first load falls through, try these:
- •Albany is the main reload hub. Syracuse is a westbound option. Springfield is an easier way back into New England.
Backhaul Optimization Tips
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Albany's semiconductor buildout gives you real backhaul options for specialized freight.
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Burlington's university and regional base keeps northbound loads flowing too.
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This lane is short enough for a same-day or next-day backhaul.
What do experienced dispatchers know about the Burlington to Albany lane?
Three notes before this Hudson River corridor run.
Check Green Mountains and Adirondacks winter conditions before a late-fall through early-spring run.
Check current market rates before committing to a slow-season load.
This lane pairs well with a same-day or next-day return load.
Albany's semiconductor industry is genuinely growing fast. It's worth building a relationship with shippers there if you haul specialized freight.
Burlington to Albany Lane FAQs
Answers on drive time, Albany's port access, and winter weather.
The lane data shows about $384 - $450 per load, or $2.65 - $3.10 a mile, across 145 miles.
It sits along the Hudson River with direct access to the Port of Albany, and is close to the Port of New York and New Jersey.
About 2.5 hours for the 145 miles.
Reasonably, given its Hudson River port access and proximity to the Port of NY/NJ.
Other Vermont freight lanes we dispatch
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Local resources
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