Mattoon to Saint Charles, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

122.9 miles 197.8 km · straight line
153.7 miles estimated 247.3 km · driving distance
3h 5min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Mattoon from Saint Charles, Missouri?

The distance from Mattoon to Saint Charles, Missouri is 122.9 miles (197.8 km) as the crow flies. Saint Charles, Missouri is located WSW of Mattoon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 153.7 miles, taking about 3h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Mattoon in Illinois and Saint Charles, Missouri in Missouri.

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 Mattoon and Saint Charles, Missouri. 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 Mattoon to Saint Charles, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 5min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 42min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 56min $18–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mattoon & Saint Charles, Missouri

Quick Facts

Mattoon
39.48°N, 88.37°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
Saint Charles, Missouri
38.78°N, 90.48°W
America/Chicago
147m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 202.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients