Burlington, Iowa to Milwaukee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.7 miles 363.2 km · straight line
285 miles actual route 458.6 km · driving distance
5h 25min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
46° NE bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Milwaukee?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Milwaukee is 225.7 miles (363.2 km) as the crow flies. Milwaukee is located NE of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285 miles, taking about 5h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Milwaukee in Wisconsin.

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 Milwaukee. 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 Milwaukee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 25min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 30min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 9min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Milwaukee

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m 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 110.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM