South Burlington, VT
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in South Burlington.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Northeast
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.84 |
| Reefer | $3.26 |
| Flatbed | $3.44 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-89I-189US-7 (Shelburne Road)US-2 (Williston Road)
Top Industries
Air cargo & Airport operations
Retail distribution
Technology
Food & Beverage
Major Distribution Centers
FedEx Ground (Williston area)
UPS distribution center
Hannaford supply point
Top Shippers
F
FedExU
UPSH
Healthy Living MarketV
Vermont Teddy Bear (Shelburne)Nearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-89
Truck Stops
Maplefields (I-89 Exit 12)
Champlain Farms (Shelburne Road)
Jolley Associates (Williston Road)
Challenges
- Shelburne Road (US-7) is chronically congested with heavy commercial and commuter traffic.
- Winter storms frequently impact I-89 operations.
- Airport cargo operations are limited compared to larger New England airports, requiring ground transport for many shipments.
- Mud season weight restrictions affect delivery routes from March through May.
Opportunities
- Highest population density in the US creates constant consumer freight demand
- Port-driven import freight from major East Coast ports
- Short-haul distances allow multiple loads per day
- Premium rates for carriers who can navigate tight urban deliveries
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Produce season runs May through October. Holiday retail surge peaks September through December. Winter nor'easters (December-March) cause significant delays and rate spikes. Spring construction season brings flatbed demand from April onward.
Trucking in South Burlington — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of South Burlington: Dry Van $2.84, Reefer $3.26, Flatbed $3.44. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in South Burlington is rated "fair." Popular stops include Maplefields (I-89 Exit 12), Champlain Farms (Shelburne Road), Jolley Associates (Williston Road). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the South Burlington freight market include FedEx, UPS, Healthy Living Market, Vermont Teddy Bear (Shelburne). Key industries driving freight demand are air cargo & airport operations, retail distribution, technology.
The biggest challenges for truckers in South Burlington include: Shelburne Road (US-7) is chronically congested with heavy commercial and commuter traffic.; Winter storms frequently impact I-89 operations.; Airport cargo operations are limited compared to larger New England airports, requiring ground transport for many shipments.. However, opportunities include highest population density in the us creates constant consumer freight demand.