Mount Vernon, Illinois to Wildwood, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

97 miles 156.1 km · straight line
121.2 miles estimated 195.1 km · driving distance
2h 26min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
281° WNW bearing direction

How far is Mount Vernon, Illinois from Wildwood, Missouri?

The distance from Mount Vernon, Illinois to Wildwood, Missouri is 97 miles (156.1 km) as the crow flies. Wildwood, Missouri is located WNW of Mount Vernon, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 121.2 miles, taking about 2h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Mount Vernon, Illinois in Illinois and Wildwood, Missouri 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. 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 Mount Vernon, Illinois and Wildwood, Missouri. 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 Wildwood, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 26min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 55min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 19min $15–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Vernon, Illinois & Wildwood, Missouri

Quick Facts

Mount Vernon, Illinois
38.32°N, 88.90°W
America/Chicago
156m elevation
Wildwood, Missouri
38.58°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
230m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 256.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients