Milwaukee to Moline: Road Trip Guide & Distance

170.3 miles 274 km · straight line
211.1 miles actual route 339.8 km · driving distance
4h 3min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Milwaukee from Moline?

The distance from Milwaukee to Moline is 170.3 miles (274 km) as the crow flies. Moline is located SW of Milwaukee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.1 miles, taking about 4h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Milwaukee in Wisconsin and Moline 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 Milwaukee and Moline. 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 Milwaukee to Moline

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 3min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 52min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~3h 51min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Milwaukee & Moline

Quick Facts

Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m elevation
Moline
41.51°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
176m 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 146.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM