Bloomington, Indiana to Mattoon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

101.1 miles 162.7 km · straight line
126.4 miles estimated 203.4 km · driving distance
2h 33min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Indiana from Mattoon?

The distance from Bloomington, Indiana to Mattoon is 101.1 miles (162.7 km) as the crow flies. Mattoon is located WNW of Bloomington, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 126.4 miles, taking about 2h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Indiana in Indiana and Mattoon 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 Bloomington, Indiana and Mattoon. 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, Indiana to Mattoon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 33min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 4min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 25min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Indiana & Mattoon

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Indiana
39.17°N, 86.53°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
235m elevation
Mattoon
39.48°N, 88.37°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 246.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients