How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Burlington, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Burlington, IA is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.4 miles (140.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 05m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Washington County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Burlington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Burlington.
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Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast
17 m · 3 sec · Tiperary Drive Northeast
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Continue on Tiffany Drive Northeast
537 ft · 25 sec · Tiffany Drive Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
653 ft · 31 sec · Lindale Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto 29th Street Northeast
1.2 mi · 2 min · 29th Street Northeast
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Continue on Coldstream Avenue Northeast
628 ft · 22 sec · Coldstream Avenue Northeast
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Turn left
1278 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
72.6 mi · 1 hr 24 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
3.6 mi · 4 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 34 East, 163 East: Mount Pleasant, Burlington
1341 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 34 East, IA 163 East: Burlington
26.8 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Central Ave
1413 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto North Central Avenue
2899 ft · 1 min · North Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Burlington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
72.6 mi · 01h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cedar Rapids and Rain Showers Likely near Burlington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Burlington?
The road trip is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Ainsworth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.9 miles from Cedar Rapids and 52.9 miles from Burlington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.4 miles (140.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.4 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 2:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.07 one way or $28.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cedar Rapids and Rain Showers Likely near Burlington.
Stop Ideas Near Ainsworth
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ainsworth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Burlington. Straight-line distance: 87.41 mi (140.68 km).
#1 Cedar Rapids
The second most populous city in Iowa.
| Population | 134,027 |
| Coordinates | 42.0083300, -91.6440700 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burlington
City in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 24,516 |
| Coordinates | 40.8075400, -91.1129200 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
End: Burlington (-91.11292, 40.80754)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.07 | $28.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.86 | $31.73 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.36 | $34.72 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.78 | $39.57 |
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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