Cities Near Burlington
Cities near Burlington, Canada: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Oakville, Milton, Hamilton. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Burlington, Canada is Oakville, about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 30 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakville | 9 mi / 14 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Milton | 9 mi / 15 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hamilton | 9 mi / 15 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mississauga | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brampton | 21 mi / 34 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Guelph | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Cambridge | 24 mi / 39 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brantford | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Toronto | 30 mi / 49 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| St. Catharines | 33 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Burlington
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Oakville, Milton, Hamilton, Mississauga, Brampton. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Burlington include Oakville, Milton, Hamilton, Mississauga, Brampton. The closest is Oakville, about 9 miles (14 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.