Bloomington, Illinois to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

124.9 miles 201 km · straight line
156.2 miles estimated 251.3 km · driving distance
3h 8min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
210° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Upper Alton?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Upper Alton is 124.9 miles (201 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located SSW of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 156.2 miles, taking about 3h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

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 Bloomington, Illinois and Upper Alton. 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 Upper Alton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 8min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 46min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 59min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Illinois & Upper Alton

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m elevation
Upper Alton
38.91°N, 90.15°W
America/Chicago
166m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 199.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients