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

251.8 miles 405.2 km · straight line
314.7 miles estimated 506.5 km · driving distance
6h 20min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
250° WSW bearing direction

How far is Mount Vernon, Illinois from Ozark?

The distance from Mount Vernon, Illinois to Ozark is 251.8 miles (405.2 km) as the crow flies. Ozark is located WSW of Mount Vernon, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 314.7 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Mount Vernon, Illinois in Illinois and Ozark 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mount Vernon, Illinois and Ozark. 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 Mount Vernon, Illinois to Ozark

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 20min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 36min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 1min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Vernon, Illinois & Ozark

Quick Facts

Mount Vernon, Illinois
38.32°N, 88.90°W
America/Chicago
156m elevation
Ozark
37.02°N, 93.21°W
America/Chicago
356m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients