Alton, Illinois to Poplar Bluff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Alton, Illinois from Poplar Bluff?

The distance from Alton, Illinois to Poplar Bluff is 147.9 miles (238 km) as the crow flies. Poplar Bluff is located S of Alton, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 184.9 miles, taking about 3h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Alton, Illinois in Illinois and Poplar Bluff in Missouri.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alton, Illinois and Poplar Bluff. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.