Charleston, Illinois to Madisonville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

154.2 miles 248.2 km · straight line
192.8 miles estimated 310.3 km · driving distance
3h 53min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
166° SSE bearing direction

How far is Charleston, Illinois from Madisonville?

The distance from Charleston, Illinois to Madisonville is 154.2 miles (248.2 km) as the crow flies. Madisonville is located SSE of Charleston, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 192.8 miles, taking about 3h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, Illinois in Illinois and Madisonville in Kentucky.

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. 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 Charleston, Illinois and Madisonville. 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 Charleston, Illinois to Madisonville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 53min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 40min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 41min $23–$67* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, Illinois & Madisonville

Quick Facts

Charleston, Illinois
39.50°N, 88.18°W
America/Chicago
204m elevation
Madisonville
37.33°N, 87.50°W
America/Chicago
144m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 161.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients