Burlington, Iowa to Hays: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Hays?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Hays is 455.5 miles (733 km) as the crow flies. Hays is located WSW of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 546.6 miles, taking about 11h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Hays in Kansas.

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 Hays. 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.