Burlington, Iowa to Cedar Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

87.4 miles 140.7 km · straight line
109.3 miles estimated 175.9 km · driving distance
2h 12min estimated drive time
$11 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
342° NNW bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Cedar Rapids?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Cedar Rapids is 87.4 miles (140.7 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Rapids is located NNW of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 109.3 miles, taking about 2h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Burlington, Iowa and Cedar Rapids. 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 Burlington, Iowa to Cedar Rapids

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 12min $11 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 38min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 5min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Cedar Rapids

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 284.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients