Crawfordsville to Edwardsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

185 miles 297.7 km · straight line
231.2 miles estimated 372.1 km · driving distance
4h 39min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Crawfordsville from Edwardsville?

The distance from Crawfordsville to Edwardsville is 185 miles (297.7 km) as the crow flies. Edwardsville is located WSW of Crawfordsville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 231.2 miles, taking about 4h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Crawfordsville in Indiana and Edwardsville 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. 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 Crawfordsville and Edwardsville. 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 Crawfordsville to Edwardsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 39min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 35min $18–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 25min $28–$81* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Crawfordsville & Edwardsville

Quick Facts

Crawfordsville
40.04°N, 86.87°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
242m elevation
Edwardsville
38.81°N, 89.95°W
America/Chicago
165m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 62 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 134.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients