Burlington, North Carolina to Kinston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

119 miles 191.5 km · straight line
148.8 miles estimated 239.4 km · driving distance
3h 0min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
118° ESE bearing direction

How far is Burlington, North Carolina from Kinston?

The distance from Burlington, North Carolina to Kinston is 119 miles (191.5 km) as the crow flies. Kinston is located ESE of Burlington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.8 miles, taking about 3h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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 Kinston. 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 Kinston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 0min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 36min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 51min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, North Carolina & Kinston

Quick Facts

Burlington, North Carolina
36.10°N, 79.44°W
America/New_York
198m elevation
Kinston
35.26°N, 77.58°W
America/New_York
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 209.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients