Ann Arbor to Danville, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

251 miles 403.9 km · straight line
313.7 miles estimated 504.9 km · driving distance
6h 19min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Ann Arbor from Danville, Illinois?

The distance from Ann Arbor to Danville, Illinois is 251 miles (403.9 km) as the crow flies. Danville, Illinois is located SW of Ann Arbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 313.7 miles, taking about 6h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Ann Arbor in Michigan and Danville, Illinois in Illinois.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ann Arbor and Danville, Illinois. 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 Ann Arbor to Danville, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 19min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 35min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 0min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ann Arbor & Danville, Illinois

Quick Facts

Ann Arbor
42.28°N, 83.74°W
America/Detroit
269m elevation
Danville, Illinois
40.12°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
183m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients