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

137.3 miles 221 km · straight line
171.7 miles estimated 276.3 km · driving distance
3h 27min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
55° NE bearing direction

How far is Burlington, North Carolina from Petersburg?

The distance from Burlington, North Carolina to Petersburg is 137.3 miles (221 km) as the crow flies. Petersburg is located NE of Burlington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 171.7 miles, taking about 3h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, North Carolina in North Carolina and Petersburg 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 Petersburg. 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 Petersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 27min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 8min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 17min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, North Carolina & Petersburg

Quick Facts

Burlington, North Carolina
36.10°N, 79.44°W
America/New_York
198m elevation
Petersburg
37.23°N, 77.40°W
America/New_York
22m 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 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 181.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients