Louisville to Mattoon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164.4 miles 264.5 km · straight line
215.4 miles actual route 346.6 km · driving distance
4h 49min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
302° WNW bearing direction

How far is Louisville from Mattoon?

The distance from Louisville to Mattoon is 164.4 miles (264.5 km) as the crow flies. Mattoon is located WNW of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 215.4 miles, taking about 4h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Louisville in Kentucky 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. 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. 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 Louisville and Mattoon. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Louisville to Mattoon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 49min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 47min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 35min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Louisville & Mattoon

Quick Facts

Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m 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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM