Decatur, Illinois to Edwardsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

88.9 miles 143.1 km · straight line
111.2 miles estimated 178.9 km · driving distance
2h 14min estimated drive time
$11 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Illinois from Edwardsville?

The distance from Decatur, Illinois to Edwardsville is 88.9 miles (143.1 km) as the crow flies. Edwardsville is located SW of Decatur, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 111.2 miles, taking about 2h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Decatur, Illinois 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 Decatur, Illinois to Edwardsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 14min $11 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 41min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 7min $13–$39* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Illinois & Edwardsville

Quick Facts

Decatur, Illinois
39.84°N, 88.95°W
America/Chicago
205m 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 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 280 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients