Louisville to Mount Vernon, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

170.6 miles 274.5 km · straight line
182.7 miles actual route 294 km · driving distance
3h 23min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Louisville from Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The distance from Louisville to Mount Vernon, Illinois is 170.6 miles (274.5 km) as the crow flies. Mount Vernon, Illinois is located W of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 182.7 miles, taking about 3h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Louisville in Kentucky and Mount Vernon, Illinois 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 Mount Vernon, Illinois. 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 Mount Vernon, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 23min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 4min $15–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 13min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Louisville & Mount Vernon, Illinois

Quick Facts

Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
Mount Vernon, Illinois
38.32°N, 88.90°W
America/Chicago
156m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM