Poplar Bluff to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Poplar Bluff from Upper Alton?

The distance from Poplar Bluff to Upper Alton is 149.4 miles (240.5 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located N of Poplar Bluff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 186.8 miles, taking about 3h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Poplar Bluff in Missouri 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. 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 Poplar Bluff and Upper Alton. 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.