Jefferson City to Mattoon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

213.4 miles 343.4 km · straight line
266.8 miles estimated 429.3 km · driving distance
5h 22min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Jefferson City from Mattoon?

The distance from Jefferson City to Mattoon is 213.4 miles (343.4 km) as the crow flies. Mattoon is located ENE of Jefferson City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 266.8 miles, taking about 5h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Jefferson City in Missouri and Mattoon 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 Jefferson City and Mattoon. 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 Jefferson City to Mattoon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 22min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 26min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 6min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jefferson City & Mattoon

Quick Facts

Jefferson City
38.58°N, 92.17°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
Mattoon
39.48°N, 88.37°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients