Burlington, Iowa to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

415.8 miles 669.2 km · straight line
499 miles estimated 803 km · driving distance
10h 2min estimated drive time
$48 - $59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
221° SW bearing direction

How far is Burlington, Iowa from Tulsa?

The distance from Burlington, Iowa to Tulsa is 415.8 miles (669.2 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located SW of Burlington, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 499 miles, taking about 10h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, Iowa in Iowa and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

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 Tulsa. 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 Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 2min $48 - $59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 2min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~9h 32min $60–$175* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, Iowa & Tulsa

Quick Facts

Burlington, Iowa
40.81°N, 91.11°W
America/Chicago
185m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 139 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients