Jacksonville, Illinois to Ozark: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.2 miles 397.9 km · straight line
309.1 miles estimated 497.4 km · driving distance
6h 13min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
222° SW bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, Illinois from Ozark?

The distance from Jacksonville, Illinois to Ozark is 247.2 miles (397.9 km) as the crow flies. Ozark is located SW of Jacksonville, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309.1 miles, taking about 6h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Jacksonville, Illinois in Illinois and Ozark in Missouri.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 13min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 28min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 54min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, Illinois & Ozark

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, Illinois
39.73°N, 90.23°W
America/Chicago
186m elevation
Ozark
37.02°N, 93.21°W
America/Chicago
356m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients