Ballwin to Quincy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103.5 miles 166.6 km · straight line
129.4 miles estimated 208.3 km · driving distance
2h 36min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Ballwin from Quincy?

The distance from Ballwin to Quincy is 103.5 miles (166.6 km) as the crow flies. Quincy is located NNW of Ballwin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 129.4 miles, taking about 2h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Ballwin in Missouri and Quincy 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. 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 Quincy. 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 Quincy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 36min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 7min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 28min $16–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ballwin & Quincy

Quick Facts

Ballwin
38.60°N, 90.55°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
Quincy
39.94°N, 91.41°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 240.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients