Burlington is the air hub of Vermont. Burlington International Airport (BTV), three miles east of the city, is served by seven major airlines traveling to major destinations in New England and the Midwest; about one-half million passengers are served yearly. Amtrak and Green Mountain Railroad provide rail service throughout New England and the New York area. Major highway routes are interstates 89 and 91, and U.S. 7 and U.S. 2. Greyhound/Vermont Transit offers bus service; passenger and auto ferries travel across Lake Champlain between Vermont and upstate New York at three locations, provided by the Lake Champlain Transportation Company.
Driving tours of Burlington and its environs are a popular way to see the area, but rush-hour bottlenecks and traffic jams do occur and the prudent visitor may wish to carry a map. The downtown area has ample parking for those who do wish to venture about with 4,000 spaces in lots and garages. A fleet of 47 buses carry about 1.6 million passengers annually and connects Burlington to the surrounding areas, courtesy of Chittenden County Transportation Authority (CCTA); all buses are equipped with bike racks and paratransit services are available.