Bloomington, Illinois to Sedalia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.8 miles 413.2 km · straight line
320.9 miles estimated 516.5 km · driving distance
6h 27min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
243° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Sedalia?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Sedalia is 256.8 miles (413.2 km) as the crow flies. Sedalia is located WSW of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.9 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bloomington, 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 Bloomington, Illinois to Sedalia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 27min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 44min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 8min $39–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Illinois & Sedalia

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients