How far is Burlington, IA from Bettendorf, IA?
The driving distance from Burlington, IA to Bettendorf, IA is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.5 miles (94.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Burlington and Bettendorf.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington and Bettendorf.
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Start on South Central Avenue
2288 ft · 50 sec · South Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Osborn Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Osborn Street
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Turn slight left onto Sunnyside Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Sunnyside Avenue
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Turn right
43.3 mi · 50 min
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Turn left onto Douglas King Memorial Expressway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Douglas King Memorial Expressway
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Continue on U.S. 61
20.3 mi · 23 min · U.S. 61
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Continue on West River Drive
9.1 mi · 16 min · West River Drive
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Continue on State Street
628 ft · 15 sec · State Street
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Continue on State Street
807 ft · 40 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto 12th Street
75 m · 17 sec · 12th Street
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Turn left
23 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Burlington and Bettendorf.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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43.3 mi · 00h 50m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Burlington to Bettendorf?
The road trip is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km) and usually takes 01h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fruitland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.6 miles from Burlington and 36.8 miles from Bettendorf.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.5 miles (94.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.45 one way or $20.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Burlington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bettendorf.
Stop Ideas Near Fruitland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burlington and Bettendorf. Straight-line distance: 58.47 mi (94.1 km).
#1 Burlington
City in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 24,516 |
| Coordinates | 40.8075400, -91.1129200 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bettendorf
City in Scott County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 36,665 |
| Coordinates | 41.5244800, -90.5156900 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gilbert Street (-90.515723, 41.524401)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.45 | $20.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.78 | $23.56 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.89 | $25.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.69 | $29.38 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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