Burlington, Iowa to Lafayette, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.9 miles 360.3 km · straight line
279.9 miles estimated 450.4 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
96° E bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Lafayette, Indiana?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Lafayette, Indiana is 223.9 miles (360.3 km) as the crow flies. Lafayette, Indiana is located E of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.9 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Lafayette, Indiana 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 Lafayette, Indiana. 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 Lafayette, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Lafayette, Indiana

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Lafayette, Indiana
40.42°N, 86.88°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
211m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients