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

296.9 miles 477.8 km · straight line
371.1 miles estimated 597.3 km · driving distance
7h 28min estimated drive time
$36 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Sioux City?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Sioux City is 296.9 miles (477.8 km) as the crow flies. Sioux City is located WNW of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 371.1 miles, taking about 7h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Sioux City. 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.

How to Get from Burlington, Iowa to Sioux City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 28min $36 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 58min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~7h 6min $45–$130* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Sioux City

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Sioux City
42.50°N, 96.40°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients