Burlington, Iowa to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

270.8 miles 435.8 km · straight line
303.4 miles actual route 488.3 km · driving distance
5h 46min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
104° ESE bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Indianapolis?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Indianapolis is 270.8 miles (435.8 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located ESE of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.4 miles, taking about 5h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Indianapolis in Indiana.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burlington, Iowa and Indianapolis. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 46min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 55min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 29min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM