Burlington, North Carolina to New Bern: Road Trip Guide & Distance

150.8 miles 242.7 km · straight line
188.5 miles estimated 303.4 km · driving distance
3h 48min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
116° ESE bearing direction

How far is Burlington, North Carolina from New Bern?

The distance from Burlington, North Carolina to New Bern is 150.8 miles (242.7 km) as the crow flies. New Bern is located ESE of Burlington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 188.5 miles, taking about 3h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 New Bern. 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 New Bern

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 48min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 34min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 37min $23–$66* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, North Carolina & New Bern

Quick Facts

Burlington, North Carolina
36.10°N, 79.44°W
America/New_York
198m elevation
New Bern
35.11°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 165.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients