Farmington, Missouri to Mattoon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

161.4 miles 259.8 km · straight line
201.8 miles estimated 324.8 km · driving distance
4h 4min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
43° NE bearing direction

How far is Farmington, Missouri from Mattoon?

The distance from Farmington, Missouri to Mattoon is 161.4 miles (259.8 km) as the crow flies. Mattoon is located NE of Farmington, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 201.8 miles, taking about 4h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Farmington, Missouri in Missouri and Mattoon 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. 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 Farmington, Missouri and Mattoon. 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 Farmington, Missouri to Mattoon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 4min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 53min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 52min $24–$71* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Farmington, Missouri & Mattoon

Quick Facts

Farmington, Missouri
37.78°N, 90.42°W
America/Chicago
278m elevation
Mattoon
39.48°N, 88.37°W
America/Chicago
224m 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 154.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients