Killington vs Mad River Glen
Comparing Killington (VT) and Mad River Glen (VT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Killington
Killington, VT
Independent pass
Window price$219
Online (advance)$159
Season pass—
Mad River Glen
Waitsfield, VT
Independent pass
Window price$109
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$649
Side-by-side
| Stat | Killington | Mad River Glen | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $219 | $109 | Mad River Glen |
| Online (30+ days) | $159 | $89 | Mad River Glen |
| Season pass | — | $649 | Mad River Glen |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 250" | Tied |
| Skiable acres | 1,980 | 430 | Killington |
| Vertical drop | 3,050' | 2,037' | Killington |
| Runs | 155 | 71 | Killington |
| Lifts | 22 | 5 | Killington |
| Summit elevation | 4,241' | 4,017' | Killington |
| Beginner terrain | 28% | 20% | Killington |
| Advanced terrain | 39% | 50% | Mad River Glen |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 3 min | Mad River Glen |
The Match
Mad River Glen is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $159 entry). Killington is significantly bigger (1,980 vs 430 acres). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.