Jacksonville, Illinois to Manhattan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jacksonville, Illinois from Manhattan?

The distance from Jacksonville, Illinois to Manhattan is 340.4 miles (547.8 km) as the crow flies. Manhattan is located W of Jacksonville, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 408.5 miles, taking about 8h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Jacksonville, Illinois in Illinois and Manhattan in Kansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jacksonville, Illinois and Manhattan. 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.