Burlington, Iowa to Leavenworth, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.4 miles 364.4 km · straight line
283 miles estimated 455.5 km · driving distance
5h 42min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Leavenworth, Kansas?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Leavenworth, Kansas is 226.4 miles (364.4 km) as the crow flies. Leavenworth, Kansas is located WSW of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 283 miles, taking about 5h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Leavenworth, Kansas in Kansas.

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. 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 Leavenworth, Kansas. 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 Leavenworth, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 42min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 50min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 25min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Leavenworth, Kansas

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Leavenworth, Kansas
39.31°N, 94.92°W
America/Chicago
256m 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 110 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients