Jacksonville, Illinois to Rock Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jacksonville, Illinois from Rock Island?

The distance from Jacksonville, Illinois to Rock Island is 124 miles (199.6 km) as the crow flies. Rock Island is located N of Jacksonville, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 155 miles, taking about 3h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Jacksonville, Illinois 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.