Cape Girardeau to Pekin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Girardeau from Pekin?

The distance from Cape Girardeau to Pekin is 225.4 miles (362.8 km) as the crow flies. Pekin is located N of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 281.8 miles, taking about 5h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Cape Girardeau in Missouri and Pekin 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Girardeau and Pekin. 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.