Burlington, Iowa to Rock Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Rock Island?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Rock Island is 55.9 miles (90 km) as the crow flies. Rock Island is located NNE of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 72.7 miles, taking about 1h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Rock Island 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 Rock Island. 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.