Alton, Illinois to Sedalia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164.4 miles 264.6 km · straight line
205.5 miles estimated 330.8 km · driving distance
4h 8min estimated drive time
$20 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
266° W bearing direction

How far is Alton, Illinois from Sedalia?

The distance from Alton, Illinois to Sedalia is 164.4 miles (264.6 km) as the crow flies. Sedalia is located W of Alton, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 205.5 miles, taking about 4h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Alton, Illinois in Illinois and Sedalia 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Sedalia. 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.

How to Get from Alton, Illinois to Sedalia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 8min $20 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 58min $16–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 56min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alton, Illinois & Sedalia

Quick Facts

Alton, Illinois
38.89°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
150m elevation
Sedalia
38.70°N, 93.23°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients