Aiken to Burlington, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

217.8 miles 350.5 km · straight line
272.2 miles estimated 438.1 km · driving distance
5h 29min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Aiken from Burlington, North Carolina?

The distance from Aiken to Burlington, North Carolina is 217.8 miles (350.5 km) as the crow flies. Burlington, North Carolina is located NE of Aiken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 272.2 miles, taking about 5h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Aiken in South Carolina and Burlington, North Carolina in North Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aiken and Burlington, North Carolina. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aiken to Burlington, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 29min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 35min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 13min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aiken & Burlington, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Aiken
33.56°N, 81.72°W
America/New_York
157m elevation
Burlington, North Carolina
36.10°N, 79.44°W
America/New_York
198m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients