Burlington to Rutland Truck Dispatch
Freight route connecting Burlington, VT to Rutland, VT (65 miles). Connects Burlington to western Vermont's marble/granite quarry freight base via US-7.
What do truck dispatch rates run from Burlington to Rutland?
Burlington to Rutland is a 65-mile lane paying about $185 - $215 per load, near $2.85 - $3.30 a mile. Freight is mostly consumer goods, dairy/specialty-food freight and semiconductor-manufacturing-connected freight.
- Distance
- 65 miles
- Avg. rate / load
- $179 - $208
- Rate per mile
- $2.75 - $3.20
- Transit time
- Same day / 1.25 hrs
- Deadhead risk
- 15-20%
Lane rates reviewed September 2026. These numbers follow 2026 spot-market pricing for this central Vermont corridor. See our dispatch fee structure.
Burlington to Rutland
Burlington to Rutland is a 65-mile, roughly 1.5-hour run south on US-7, connecting Vermont's biggest freight gateway to the state's central distribution hub. Rutland connects via US Route 4 and Route 7 with rail connections, and it sits along Vermont's top freight sectors of dairy, maple syrup, semiconductor manufacturing (GlobalFoundries) and tourism.
Origin
Burlington, VT
Destination
Rutland, VT
Distance
65 miles
Transit Time
Same day / 1.25 hrs
Average Rate
$179 - $208
Rate per Mile
$2.75 - $3.20
65-mile lane, about 1.5 hours on US-7
Rutland connects via US Route 4 and Route 7 with rail connections for central Vermont distribution
Rutland to Albany is identified as a significant Vermont freight route
Burlington to Rutland: route facts a driver should know
Rutland was once home to the world's largest marble corporation
The Vermont Marble Company, formed in 1880 in the Rutland area, owned and operated most US marble quarries by 1900 and was considered the largest marble corporation in the world in the early 20th century.
Source: Vermont Historical Society, Vermont Marble Company finding aid. 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 Rutland?
About $64.70 this week. The lane is 65 miles. A truck that gets 6.5 miles per gallon uses about 10 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
- 65 mi
- Diesel needed
- 10 gal
- Price used
- $6.47/gal
- Fuel cost
- $64.70
Common Freight Types
Consumer goods, dairy/specialty-food freight and semiconductor-manufacturing-connected freight fill the trailers heading south.
- Marble & Granite
- Dairy Products
- Agricultural Products
What makes the Burlington to Rutland lane difficult?
A short lane keeps per-load rates in a tighter range
A short lane keeps per-load rates in a tighter range.
Winter weather across the Green Mountains can affect road conditions from November through March
Winter weather across the Green Mountains can affect road conditions from November through March.
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 Rutland lane?
What travels between Burlington and Rutland, and why the state's central distribution hub matters here.
Primary Commodities
- •Marble & Granite
- •Dairy Products
- •Agricultural Products
Secondary Commodities
- •Semiconductor-manufacturing-connected freight (GlobalFoundries)
- •Dairy/specialty-food-connected freight
- •Consumer goods
Seasonal Cargo
Peak seasons for this lane:
- •Consumer goods (holiday surge)
- •Dairy/specialty-food freight (steady)
- •Maple syrup-connected freight (late winter/early spring)
When is the Burlington to Rutland lane busiest?
Vermont's maple-syrup season and steady dairy freight both shape this lane.
Q1 (Jan-Mar): Slow Period?
A modest dip after the holidays, cushioned by steady dairy and semiconductor freight.
Q4 (Oct-Dec): Peak Period?
Consumer goods climb modestly from October through December.
Produce Season?
Maple syrup production runs late winter into early spring, adding a distinct Vermont freight category.
- •Q4 holiday retail season
- •Steady dairy/semiconductor-connected freight year-round
- •Fall foliage tourist season
Hurricane Risk?
None. Winter weather across the Green 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 Rutland lane?
When to book, who pays extra, and which loads need a market check.
When to Book
Suggested booking window:
Same-day to 1-2 days out is typical for this haul.
What Brokers Pay More
Loads that command more:
Time-critical dairy and semiconductor-connected freight tends to pay a premium.
When to Avoid
Loads to price carefully:
Be careful committing to a slow-season load in a market this competitive without checking current rates.
Rate Negotiation Tips for Burlington to Rutland
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At 65 miles, this is a short, quick run.
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Stone and building-material freight is worth asking about given Rutland's marble-quarrying history.
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This short lane pairs well with a same-day round trip.
How do I find a backhaul load on the Burlington to Rutland lane?
Rutland's central distribution role makes a northbound load realistic.
Best Return Cities
Where to look for the return load:
- •Rutland, VT
- •Regional distribution hubs near Rutland
Deadhead Risk %
Deadhead risk on this lane: 15-20%
With Rutland-to-Albany identified as a significant Vermont freight route, there is real backhaul variety.
Alternative Routes
If the first load falls through, try these:
- •Rutland-to-Albany gives you a western New York option. Manchester is a New England distribution return. Burlington is the easiest local recovery.
Backhaul Optimization Tips
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Rutland's stone and quarrying legacy gives you backhaul options for heavy/bulk 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 to plan more than one trip a day.
What do experienced dispatchers know about the Burlington to Rutland lane?
Three notes before this central Vermont run.
This lane pairs well with multiple turns in a single day.
Check Green Mountains winter conditions before a late-fall through early-spring run.
Check current market rates before committing to a slow-season load.
Rutland's marble legacy still shapes the area's stone and building-material freight today.
Burlington to Rutland Lane FAQs
Answers on drive time, Rutland's distribution role, and Vermont's freight sectors.
The lane data shows about $185 - $215 per load, or $2.85 - $3.30 a mile, across 65 miles.
It connects via US Route 4 and Route 7 with rail connections, serving as central Vermont's distribution hub for dairy, maple syrup and semiconductor manufacturing.
About 1.5 hours for the 65 miles.
Reasonably, given Rutland's role as a central Vermont distribution hub and its established route to Albany.
Other Vermont freight lanes we dispatch
- Burlington to Springfield
- Burlington to New York
- Burlington to Sherbrooke
- Burlington to Concord
- Burlington to Waterbury
- Burlington to Philadelphia
Local resources
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