Burlington, North Carolina to Colonial Heights: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138.6 miles 223.1 km · straight line
173.3 miles estimated 278.9 km · driving distance
3h 29min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
54° NE bearing direction

How far is Burlington, North Carolina from Colonial Heights?

The distance from Burlington, North Carolina to Colonial Heights is 138.6 miles (223.1 km) as the crow flies. Colonial Heights is located NE of Burlington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173.3 miles, taking about 3h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, North Carolina in North Carolina and Colonial Heights in Virginia.

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. 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, North Carolina and Colonial Heights. 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, North Carolina to Colonial Heights

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 29min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 11min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 19min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, North Carolina & Colonial Heights

Quick Facts

Burlington, North Carolina
36.10°N, 79.44°W
America/New_York
198m elevation
Colonial Heights
37.27°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 179.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients