Carpentersville to Moline: Road Trip Guide & Distance

123.7 miles 199.1 km · straight line
154.7 miles estimated 248.9 km · driving distance
3h 7min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Carpentersville from Moline?

The distance from Carpentersville to Moline is 123.7 miles (199.1 km) as the crow flies. Moline is located WSW of Carpentersville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 154.7 miles, taking about 3h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

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 Carpentersville and Moline. 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 Carpentersville to Moline

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 7min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 44min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 58min $19–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Carpentersville & Moline

Quick Facts

Carpentersville
42.12°N, 88.26°W
America/Chicago
271m elevation
Moline
41.51°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
176m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 201.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients