Rock Island to Sedalia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

239 miles 384.7 km · straight line
298.8 miles estimated 480.9 km · driving distance
6h 1min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Rock Island from Sedalia?

The distance from Rock Island to Sedalia is 239 miles (384.7 km) as the crow flies. Sedalia is located SW of Rock Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 298.8 miles, taking about 6h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Rock Island in Illinois and Sedalia 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 Rock Island and Sedalia. 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 Rock Island to Sedalia

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 Rock Island & Sedalia

Quick Facts

Rock Island
41.51°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
Sedalia
38.70°N, 93.23°W
America/Chicago
277m 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 104.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients