Burlington, Iowa to Pekin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Pekin?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Pekin is 78.9 miles (127 km) as the crow flies. Pekin is located ESE of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 98.7 miles, taking about 1h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Pekin in Illinois.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burlington, Iowa and Pekin. 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.