Branson to Edwardsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

233 miles 374.9 km · straight line
291.2 miles estimated 468.6 km · driving distance
5h 51min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
49° NE bearing direction

How far is Branson from Edwardsville?

The distance from Branson to Edwardsville is 233 miles (374.9 km) as the crow flies. Edwardsville is located NE of Branson. By car, the driving distance is approximately 291.2 miles, taking about 5h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Branson in Missouri and Edwardsville 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Branson and Edwardsville. 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 Branson to Edwardsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 51min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 1min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Branson & Edwardsville

Quick Facts

Branson
36.64°N, 93.22°W
America/Chicago
244m elevation
Edwardsville
38.81°N, 89.95°W
America/Chicago
165m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients