Iowa City to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Iowa City from Upper Alton?

The distance from Iowa City to Upper Alton is 203.4 miles (327.4 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located SSE of Iowa City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 254.3 miles, taking about 5h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Iowa City in Iowa and Upper Alton 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Iowa City and Upper Alton. 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.