Burlington, Iowa to Kearney: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Kearney?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Kearney is 417 miles (671.1 km) as the crow flies. Kearney is located W of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 500.4 miles, taking about 10h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Kearney 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 Kearney. 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.