Burlington to Manchester Truck Dispatch
Freight route connecting Burlington, VT to Manchester, NH (145 miles). Connects Burlington to New Hampshire's tax-free retail corridor via I-89/I-93.
What do truck dispatch rates run from Burlington to Manchester?
Burlington to Manchester is a 145-mile lane paying about $384 - $450 per load, near $2.65 - $3.10 a mile. Freight is mostly consumer goods, air-cargo-connected freight and dairy/specialty-food 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 New England air-cargo corridor. See our dispatch fee structure.
Burlington to Manchester
Burlington to Manchester is a 145-mile, roughly 2.5-hour run southeast on I-89 and I-93, connecting Vermont's biggest freight gateway to New Hampshire's biggest air-cargo market. Manchester-Boston Regional Airport recorded a record year for cargo in 2025, with Amazon Air, FedEx and UPS all operating terminals there, keeping steady demand flowing on this corridor.
Origin
Burlington, VT
Destination
Manchester, NH
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 on I-89 and I-93
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport recorded a record year for air cargo in 2025
Amazon Air, FedEx and UPS all operate terminals at Manchester
Burlington to Manchester: route facts a driver should know
DEKA Research anchors Manchester's historic Millyard
DEKA Research & Development, founded by inventor Dean Kamen, is headquartered in Manchester's historic Amoskeag Millyard buildings and employs over 1,000 engineers, technicians, and support staff.
Source: Wikipedia, DEKA (company). 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 Manchester?
About $144.33 this week. The lane is 145 miles. A truck that gets 6.5 miles per gallon uses about 22 gallons, and diesel is averaging $6.47 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 this region, not the price at each pump. Your mpg and fuel card discounts change it.
- Distance
- 145 mi
- Diesel needed
- 22 gal
- Price used
- $6.47/gal
- Fuel cost
- $144.33
Common Freight Types
Consumer goods, air-cargo-connected freight and dairy/specialty-food freight fill the trailers heading southeast.
- Consumer Goods
- Dairy Products
- Manufacturing Equipment
What makes the Burlington to Manchester 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 and White Mountains can affect road conditions
Winter weather across the Green and White Mountains can affect road conditions.
Time-critical air-cargo-connected freight can require tight scheduling
Time-critical air-cargo-connected freight can require tight scheduling.
What freight moves on the Burlington to Manchester lane?
What travels between Burlington and Manchester, and why the airport's record cargo growth matters here.
Primary Commodities
- •Consumer Goods
- •Dairy Products
- •Manufacturing Equipment
Secondary Commodities
- •Air-cargo-connected freight (Manchester-Boston Regional)
- •Dairy/specialty-food-connected freight
- •Consumer goods
Seasonal Cargo
Peak seasons for this lane:
- •Consumer goods and e-commerce (holiday surge)
- •Air-cargo-connected freight (steady, record growth)
- •Dairy/specialty-food freight (steady)
When is the Burlington to Manchester lane busiest?
The Q4 e-commerce and air-cargo peak drives this lane hard.
Q1 (Jan-Mar): Slow Period?
A modest dip after the holiday e-commerce peak.
Q4 (Oct-Dec): Peak Period?
E-commerce and air-cargo-connected freight climb sharply from October through December.
Produce Season?
Maple syrup production runs late winter into early spring, adding a distinct Vermont freight category.
- •Q4 holiday e-commerce and air-cargo peak
- •Steady dairy/specialty-food freight year-round
- •Fall foliage tourist season
Hurricane Risk?
None. Winter weather across the Green and White Mountains is this corridor's real seasonal risk.
Seasonal Strategy Summary
This lane runs steady year-round, without a major seasonal swing to plan around.
How do I negotiate the best rate on the Burlington to Manchester lane?
When to book, who pays extra, and which loads need tight scheduling.
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 air-cargo-connected freight tends to pay a premium.
When to Avoid
Loads to price carefully:
Be careful committing to a fast winter delivery without checking mountain road conditions.
Rate Negotiation Tips for Burlington to Manchester
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At 145 miles, this is a comfortable one-day run.
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Engineering and specialized equipment freight is worth asking about given Manchester's DEKA Research presence.
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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 Manchester lane?
Manchester's air-cargo growth makes a northwestbound load realistic.
Best Return Cities
Where to look for the return load:
- •Manchester, NH
- •Regional distribution hubs near Manchester
Deadhead Risk %
Deadhead risk on this lane: 20-25%
With Amazon Air, FedEx and UPS all operating terminals at Manchester, there is real backhaul variety.
Alternative Routes
If the first load falls through, try these:
- •Manchester-to-Boston has the deepest reload market. Concord is a northern option, and Portland opens the Maine market.
Backhaul Optimization Tips
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Manchester's manufacturing and engineering base gives you real backhaul options.
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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 Manchester lane?
Three notes before this air-cargo corridor run.
Check Green and White Mountains winter conditions before a late-fall through early-spring run.
Confirm scheduling windows before hauling freight connecting to Manchester's air-cargo network.
This lane pairs well with a same-day or next-day return load.
A direct New England run connecting two of the region's steadier manufacturing and engineering markets.
Burlington to Manchester Lane FAQs
Answers on drive time, Manchester's air-cargo growth, and winter weather.
The lane data shows about $384 - $450 per load, or $2.65 - $3.10 a mile, across 145 miles.
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport recorded a record year for air cargo in 2025, with Amazon Air, FedEx and UPS all operating terminals there.
About 2.5 hours for the 145 miles.
Reasonably, given Manchester's record air-cargo growth.
Other Vermont freight lanes we dispatch
- Burlington to Portland
- Burlington to Albany
- Burlington to Hartford
- Burlington to New York
- Burlington to Rutland
- Burlington to Springfield
Local resources
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