Burlington, Iowa to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253.1 miles 407.4 km · straight line
303.5 miles actual route 488.5 km · driving distance
5h 46min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
279° W bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Omaha?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Omaha is 253.1 miles (407.4 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located W of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.5 miles, taking about 5h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Omaha in Nebraska.

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 Omaha. 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 Omaha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 46min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 55min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 29min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Omaha

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM