Fond du Lac to Rock Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

190.6 miles 306.7 km · straight line
238.2 miles estimated 383.4 km · driving distance
4h 48min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
216° SW bearing direction

How far is Fond du Lac from Rock Island?

The distance from Fond du Lac to Rock Island is 190.6 miles (306.7 km) as the crow flies. Rock Island is located SW of Fond du Lac. By car, the driving distance is approximately 238.2 miles, taking about 4h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Fond du Lac in Wisconsin and Rock Island 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 Fond du Lac and Rock Island. 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 Fond du Lac to Rock Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 48min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 46min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 34min $29–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fond du Lac & Rock Island

Quick Facts

Fond du Lac
43.77°N, 88.44°W
America/Chicago
232m elevation
Rock Island
41.51°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 130.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients