Dixon, Illinois to Sycamore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

42.1 miles 67.7 km · straight line
54.7 miles estimated 88 km · driving distance
1h 6min estimated drive time
$5 - $6 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
75° ENE bearing direction

How far is Dixon, Illinois from Sycamore?

The distance from Dixon, Illinois to Sycamore is 42.1 miles (67.7 km) as the crow flies. Sycamore is located ENE of Dixon, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 54.7 miles, taking about 1h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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. 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 Dixon, Illinois and Sycamore. 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 Dixon, Illinois to Sycamore

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 6min $5 - $6 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 19min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Dixon, Illinois & Sycamore

Quick Facts

Dixon, Illinois
41.84°N, 89.48°W
America/Chicago
208m elevation
Sycamore
41.99°N, 88.69°W
America/Chicago
266m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 591.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients