Burlington, Iowa to Highland Park: Road Trip Guide & Distance

196 miles 315.4 km · straight line
245 miles estimated 394.3 km · driving distance
4h 56min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Highland Park?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Highland Park is 196 miles (315.4 km) as the crow flies. Highland Park is located ENE of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 245 miles, taking about 4h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Highland Park 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 Highland Park. 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 Highland Park

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 56min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 55min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 41min $29–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Highland Park

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Highland Park
42.18°N, 87.80°W
America/Chicago
212m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients