How far is West Burlington, IA from Humboldt, IA?
The driving distance from West Burlington, IA to Humboldt, IA is about 267.6 miles (430.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 204.9 miles (329.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 30m 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 15m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Burlington and Humboldt.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Burlington and Humboldt.
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Start on East Wheeler Street
7 m · 3 sec · East Wheeler Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
111 m · 20 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto West Mount Pleasant Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Mount Pleasant Street
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Turn left
1411 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
22 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 218, IA 27 North: Iowa City, Fairfield
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
1.8 mi · 2 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
123 mi · 2 hr 19 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
97.6 mi · 1 hr 53 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169
2133 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
19.2 mi · 27 min
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Turn right onto Sumner Avenue Southwest
51 m · 7 sec · Sumner Avenue Southwest
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Continue on Sumner Avenue Southwest
1.3 km · 2 min · Sumner Avenue Southwest
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Turn right onto South 6th Street
64 m · 15 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn left
65 m · 16 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 West Burlington and Humboldt.
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 left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
123 mi · 02h 19m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Burlington and Cloudy near Humboldt.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Burlington to Humboldt?
The road trip is about 267.6 miles (430.7 km) and usually takes 05h 15m 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 133.7 miles from West Burlington and 134 miles from Humboldt.
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 62.7 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 6:30 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.17 one way or $74.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Burlington and Cloudy near Humboldt.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Burlington and Humboldt. Straight-line distance: 204.91 mi (329.77 km).
#1 West Burlington
City in Iowa
| Population | 2,875 |
| Coordinates | 40.8250400, -91.1565400 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Humboldt
City in Iowa
| Population | 4,544 |
| Coordinates | 42.7208000, -94.2152400 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
End: Humboldt (-94.21524, 42.7208)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 431 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 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 | $37.17 | $74.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.28 | $40.37 | $80.75 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $45.66 | $91.32 |
| Diesel | $6.01 | $56.73 | $113.47 |
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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