Louisville to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

241.5 miles 388.7 km · straight line
278.4 miles actual route 448 km · driving distance
5h 12min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Louisville from Upper Alton?

The distance from Louisville to Upper Alton is 241.5 miles (388.7 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located WNW of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 278.4 miles, taking about 5h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Louisville in Kentucky and Upper Alton 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Louisville and Upper Alton. 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 Upper Alton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 12min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 14min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~4h 56min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Louisville & Upper Alton

Quick Facts

Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
Upper Alton
38.91°N, 90.15°W
America/Chicago
166m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM