Cape Girardeau to Shelbyville, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Girardeau from Shelbyville, Tennessee?

The distance from Cape Girardeau to Shelbyville, Tennessee is 211.6 miles (340.5 km) as the crow flies. Shelbyville, Tennessee is located SE of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 264.5 miles, taking about 5h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Cape Girardeau in Missouri and Shelbyville, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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 Cape Girardeau and Shelbyville, Tennessee. 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.