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

161.2 miles 259.4 km · straight line
201.5 miles estimated 324.3 km · driving distance
4h 3min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
223° SW bearing direction

How far is Crawfordsville from Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The distance from Crawfordsville to Mount Vernon, Illinois is 161.2 miles (259.4 km) as the crow flies. Mount Vernon, Illinois is located SW of Crawfordsville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 201.5 miles, taking about 4h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Crawfordsville in Indiana and Mount Vernon, 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. 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 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.

How to Get from Crawfordsville to Mount Vernon, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 3min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 52min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 51min $24–$71* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Crawfordsville & Mount Vernon, Illinois

Quick Facts

Crawfordsville
40.04°N, 86.87°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
242m elevation
Mount Vernon, Illinois
38.32°N, 88.90°W
America/Chicago
156m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 54 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 154.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients