Burlington, Iowa to Grand Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Grand Island?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Grand Island is 377.7 miles (607.9 km) as the crow flies. Grand Island is located W of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 453.3 miles, taking about 9h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Grand Island in Nebraska.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burlington, Iowa and Grand Island. 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.