South Burlington, Vermont

Cannabis dispensaries near South Burlington

No dispensaries in South Burlington city limits — the nearest licensed shops are 5–12 minutes away in Burlington, Essex Junction, and Winooski.

Population: ~20,000 ZIPs: 05403

About South Burlington

The cannabis scene

South Burlington is home to Vermont's only commercial airport (BTV), a dense retail corridor along Shelburne Road (US-7) and Williston Road (US-2), and roughly 20,000 residents — but no cannabis dispensaries. As of the Vermont Cannabis Control Board's June 2026 licensee list, zero CCB-licensed retail dispensaries operate within South Burlington's city limits. The nearest options are 5–12 minutes away depending on where you're starting from.

From the airport (BTV) and Pine Street / Shelburne Road corridor: The closest dispensary to Burlington International Airport is Upstate Elevator Dispensary at 699 Pine St in Burlington's South End — roughly 7–8 minutes west on Williston Road, then south onto Pine Street. It's a full-service shop with online ordering, dedicated parking, and a wide concentrate and flower selection. Heybud Dispensary (291 Saint Paul St) and Green Haven Herbals (18 Pearl St) are both reachable in 8–10 minutes from the Shelburne Road or Pine Street side of South Burlington.

From the Williston Road / I-89 corridor: If you're near the University Mall, I-89 exit 14, or the Airport Road interchange, Essex Junction shops can actually be quicker than downtown Burlington. Magic Mann Premium Cannabis (21 Essex Way, Suite 216) and The High Bar (159 Pearl St) are both in Essex Junction — about 10–12 minutes east on Williston Road. Sweetspot Essex Junction (139 Pearl St) is on the same block as The High Bar, so you can compare two shops in one stop.

For the broadest selection, downtown Burlington's Church Street cluster is 10–15 minutes northwest and concentrates the most shops in Vermont: Float On (136½ Church St), Garcia's Cannabis Collective (97 Church St), True 802 (132 Church St), and Lucky You (190 College St) are all within a few blocks of each other. Green Mountain Transit Route 1 (Williston Road) and Route 6 (Shelburne Road) both connect South Burlington to downtown Burlington for car-free shoppers.

Getting around

South Burlington is car-dependent for most cross-town movement. I-89 exits 12 (Williston/Essex), 13 (Williston Rd east), 14 (Airport/UMall), and 14W (Burlington downtown) all serve the city. For cannabis runs, Pine Street north is the fastest route to the airport-area Burlington shops; US-2 east is the fastest to Essex Junction. Green Mountain Transit Route 1 (Williston Road) and Route 6 (Shelburne Road) run frequently and connect to downtown Burlington's Church Street stops. Free parking is standard at all nearby dispensaries.

South Burlington dispensary FAQs

Local answers from operating in this market.

Are there any cannabis dispensaries in South Burlington, Vermont?
No. As of the Vermont Cannabis Control Board's June 2026 licensee list, no CCB-licensed adult-use or medical dispensary operates within South Burlington's city limits. The nearest licensed shops are in Burlington (5–10 min north), Essex Junction (10–12 min east), and Winooski (10–15 min northeast).
What is the closest dispensary to Burlington Airport (BTV)?
Upstate Elevator Dispensary at 699 Pine St in Burlington's South End is the nearest licensed shop to BTV — roughly 7–8 minutes via Williston Road and Pine Street. It carries flower, concentrates, pre-rolls, and edibles with online ordering. Note: Vermont law prohibits carrying cannabis on any commercial flight, so purchase only if you're staying in-state.
What is the closest dispensary to the University Mall in South Burlington?
From the UMall on Dorset Street, Magic Mann (21 Essex Way, Essex Junction) and The High Bar (159 Pearl St, Essex Junction) are roughly 10–12 minutes east on Williston Road. Downtown Burlington shops like Heybud or Green Haven are about the same distance north via Williston or Shelburne.
Can I take the bus from South Burlington to a dispensary?
Yes. Green Mountain Transit Route 1 (Williston Road) and Route 6 (Shelburne Road) both run between South Burlington and downtown Burlington, where several dispensaries are within a short walk of the Church Street stops. Check ridegmt.com for current schedules.
Can a dispensary open in South Burlington in the future?
Yes. South Burlington has not opted out of adult-use retail at the municipal level, so new applicants can apply for a CCB retail license and pursue local zoning approval. We monitor the CCB licensee list weekly and will add any new South Burlington shops as they receive approval.
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