Mattoon to Shelbyville, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138.4 miles 222.8 km · straight line
173.1 miles estimated 278.5 km · driving distance
3h 29min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
88° E bearing direction

How far is Mattoon from Shelbyville, Indiana?

The distance from Mattoon to Shelbyville, Indiana is 138.4 miles (222.8 km) as the crow flies. Shelbyville, Indiana is located E of Mattoon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173.1 miles, taking about 3h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Mattoon in Illinois and Shelbyville, Indiana in Indiana.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Shelbyville, Indiana. 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 Shelbyville, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 29min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 11min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 19min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mattoon & Shelbyville, Indiana

Quick Facts

Mattoon
39.48°N, 88.37°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
Shelbyville, Indiana
39.52°N, 85.78°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
233m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 179.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients