Bettendorf to Glen Ellyn: Road Trip Guide & Distance

128.6 miles 207 km · straight line
160.8 miles estimated 258.8 km · driving distance
3h 14min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
78° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Glen Ellyn?

The distance from Bettendorf to Glen Ellyn is 128.6 miles (207 km) as the crow flies. Glen Ellyn is located ENE of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 160.8 miles, taking about 3h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Glen Ellyn 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 Bettendorf and Glen Ellyn. 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 Bettendorf to Glen Ellyn

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 14min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 53min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 4min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Glen Ellyn

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Glen Ellyn
41.88°N, 88.07°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 193.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients