Milwaukee to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

308.3 miles 496.1 km · straight line
359.6 miles actual route 578.7 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Milwaukee from Upper Alton?

The distance from Milwaukee to Upper Alton is 308.3 miles (496.1 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located SSW of Milwaukee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.6 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Milwaukee in Wisconsin 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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Upper Alton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Milwaukee & Upper Alton

Quick Facts

Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m 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 103 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 80.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM