Burlington, North Carolina to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

234.6 miles 377.6 km · straight line
289.6 miles actual route 466 km · driving distance
5h 33min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
33° NNE bearing direction

How far is Burlington, North Carolina from Washington DC?

The distance from Burlington, North Carolina to Washington DC is 234.6 miles (377.6 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located NNE of Burlington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 289.6 miles, taking about 5h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, North Carolina in North Carolina and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burlington, North Carolina and Washington DC. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 33min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 40min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 16min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burlington, North Carolina & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Burlington, North Carolina
36.10°N, 79.44°W
America/New_York
198m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM