Jefferson City to Rock Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jefferson City from Rock Island?

The distance from Jefferson City to Rock Island is 219.5 miles (353.2 km) as the crow flies. Rock Island is located NNE of Jefferson City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 274.3 miles, taking about 5h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Jefferson City in Missouri and Rock Island 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 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.