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

102.7 miles 165.3 km · straight line
128.4 miles estimated 206.6 km · driving distance
2h 35min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
312° NW bearing direction

How far is Madisonville from Mount Vernon, Illinois?

The distance from Madisonville to Mount Vernon, Illinois is 102.7 miles (165.3 km) as the crow flies. Mount Vernon, Illinois is located NW of Madisonville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 128.4 miles, taking about 2h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Madisonville 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 Madisonville and Mount Vernon, Illinois. 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 Madisonville to Mount Vernon, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 35min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 6min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 27min $15–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madisonville & Mount Vernon, Illinois

Quick Facts

Madisonville
37.33°N, 87.50°W
America/Chicago
144m 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 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 242.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients