Carbondale to Mount Vernon, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carbondale from Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The distance from Carbondale to Mount Vernon, Illinois is 44.2 miles (71.1 km) as the crow flies. Mount Vernon, Illinois is located NNE of Carbondale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 57.4 miles, taking about 1h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Carbondale and Mount Vernon, Illinois. 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.