How far is Humboldt, IA from West Burlington, IA?
The driving distance from Humboldt, IA to West Burlington, IA is about 268.4 miles (432 km), with a travel time of about 05h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 204.9 miles (329.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 16m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Humboldt and West Burlington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Humboldt and West Burlington.
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Start on the route
65 m · 18 sec
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Turn right onto South 6th Street
64 m · 15 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn left onto Sumner Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Sumner Avenue
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Turn right onto 4th Avenue Southwest
155 m · 16 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
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Turn left onto 13th Street South
1.6 km · 2 min · 13th Street South
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Continue on Lincoln Avenue
18.5 mi · 26 min · Lincoln Avenue
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Turn left onto US 20 East
2190 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
103.2 mi · 1 hr 59 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
115.8 mi · 2 hr 11 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
22.5 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Mount Pleasant Street
1922 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto West Mount Pleasant Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · West Mount Pleasant Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
111 m · 18 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto East Wheeler Street
7 m · 1 sec · East Wheeler Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Wheeler Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Humboldt and West 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
Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
116 mi · 02h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Cloudy leaving Humboldt and Mostly Sunny near West Burlington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Humboldt to West Burlington?
The road trip is about 268.4 miles (432 km) and usually takes 05h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Brandon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 134.1 miles from Humboldt and 134.3 miles from West Burlington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 204.9 miles (329.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:28 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.29 one way or $74.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Cloudy around Humboldt and Mostly Sunny near West Burlington.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Humboldt and West Burlington. Straight-line distance: 204.91 mi (329.77 km).
#1 Humboldt
City in Iowa
| Population | 4,544 |
| Coordinates | 42.7208000, -94.2152400 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Burlington
City in Iowa
| Population | 2,875 |
| Coordinates | 40.8250400, -91.1565400 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Burlington (-91.15654, 40.82504)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 432 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 20m |
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 | $3.94 | $37.29 | $74.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.28 | $40.50 | $81.01 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $45.81 | $91.61 |
| Diesel | $6.01 | $56.91 | $113.83 |
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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