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

How far is Mount Vernon, Illinois from Russellville?

The distance from Mount Vernon, Illinois to Russellville is 314.4 miles (505.9 km) as the crow flies. Russellville is located SW of Mount Vernon, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377.2 miles, taking about 7h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Mount Vernon, Illinois in Illinois and Russellville in Arkansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Russellville. 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.