Mount Vernon, Illinois to Richmond, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

239.2 miles 385 km · straight line
299.1 miles estimated 481.3 km · driving distance
6h 1min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
63° ENE bearing direction

How far is Mount Vernon, Illinois from Richmond, Indiana?

The distance from Mount Vernon, Illinois to Richmond, Indiana is 239.2 miles (385 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Indiana is located ENE of Mount Vernon, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 299.1 miles, taking about 6h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Mount Vernon, Illinois in Illinois and Richmond, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mount Vernon, Illinois and Richmond, 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 Mount Vernon, Illinois to Richmond, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 1min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 13min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 43min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Vernon, Illinois & Richmond, Indiana

Quick Facts

Mount Vernon, Illinois
38.32°N, 88.90°W
America/Chicago
156m elevation
Richmond, Indiana
39.83°N, 84.89°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
299m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients