Batavia, Illinois to Burlington, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

162.2 miles 261 km · straight line
202.8 miles estimated 326.3 km · driving distance
4h 5min estimated drive time
$20 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Batavia, Illinois from Burlington, Iowa?

The distance from Batavia, Illinois to Burlington, Iowa is 162.2 miles (261 km) as the crow flies. Burlington, Iowa is located WSW of Batavia, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 202.8 miles, taking about 4h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Batavia, Illinois in Illinois and Burlington, Iowa in Iowa.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Batavia, Illinois and Burlington, Iowa. 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 Batavia, Illinois to Burlington, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 5min $20 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 54min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 53min $24–$71* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Batavia, Illinois & Burlington, Iowa

Quick Facts

Batavia, Illinois
41.85°N, 88.31°W
America/Chicago
218m elevation
Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 54 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 153.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients