Clarksville to Jacksonville, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

270.8 miles 435.8 km · straight line
338.5 miles estimated 544.8 km · driving distance
6h 49min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
326° NW bearing direction

How far is Clarksville from Jacksonville, Illinois?

The distance from Clarksville to Jacksonville, Illinois is 270.8 miles (435.8 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, Illinois is located NW of Clarksville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 338.5 miles, taking about 6h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Clarksville in Tennessee and Jacksonville, Illinois 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Clarksville and Jacksonville, 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.

How to Get from Clarksville to Jacksonville, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 49min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 11min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 29min $41–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Clarksville & Jacksonville, Illinois

Quick Facts

Clarksville
36.53°N, 87.36°W
America/Chicago
145m elevation
Jacksonville, Illinois
39.73°N, 90.23°W
America/Chicago
186m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients