Burlington, Iowa to Edwardsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

151.1 miles 243.1 km · straight line
188.8 miles estimated 303.9 km · driving distance
3h 48min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Edwardsville?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Edwardsville is 151.1 miles (243.1 km) as the crow flies. Edwardsville is located SSE of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 188.8 miles, taking about 3h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Edwardsville in Illinois.

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. 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 Edwardsville. 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 Edwardsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 48min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 34min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 37min $23–$66* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Edwardsville

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Edwardsville
38.81°N, 89.95°W
America/Chicago
165m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 164.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients