Burlington, Iowa to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

506.9 miles 815.7 km · straight line
618 miles actual route 994.5 km · driving distance
11h 39min estimated drive time
$59 - $73 estimated fuel cost
~1h 31min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Oklahoma City is 506.9 miles (815.7 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located SW of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 618 miles, taking about 11h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Oklahoma City. 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 Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 39min $59 - $73 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 59min $49–$93* Budget
Train ~15h 9min $74–$216* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 169 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM