Ballwin to Bloomington, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

154.5 miles 248.7 km · straight line
193.2 miles estimated 310.9 km · driving distance
3h 53min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
32° NNE bearing direction

How far is Ballwin from Bloomington, Illinois?

The distance from Ballwin to Bloomington, Illinois is 154.5 miles (248.7 km) as the crow flies. Bloomington, Illinois is located NNE of Ballwin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 193.2 miles, taking about 3h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Ballwin in Missouri and Bloomington, 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Ballwin and Bloomington, 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 Ballwin to Bloomington, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 53min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 40min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 41min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ballwin & Bloomington, Illinois

Quick Facts

Ballwin
38.60°N, 90.55°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 161.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients