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

216.7 miles 348.8 km · straight line
270.9 miles estimated 436 km · driving distance
5h 27min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
191° SSW bearing direction

How far is Burlington, North Carolina from Summerville?

The distance from Burlington, North Carolina to Summerville is 216.7 miles (348.8 km) as the crow flies. Summerville is located SSW of Burlington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 270.9 miles, taking about 5h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, North Carolina in North Carolina and Summerville in South Carolina.

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. 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, North Carolina and Summerville. 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 Summerville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 27min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 32min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 11min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, North Carolina & Summerville

Quick Facts

Burlington, North Carolina
36.10°N, 79.44°W
America/New_York
198m elevation
Summerville
33.02°N, 80.18°W
America/New_York
27m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients