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

323.9 miles 521.2 km · straight line
351.3 miles actual route 565.3 km · driving distance
6h 44min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
59° ENE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Burlington, North Carolina?

The distance from Atlanta to Burlington, North Carolina is 323.9 miles (521.2 km) as the crow flies. Burlington, North Carolina is located ENE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351.3 miles, taking about 6h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia 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 Atlanta and Burlington, North Carolina. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Burlington, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 44min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 5min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 24min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Burlington, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m 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 108 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 76.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM