How far is Ashland, IL from Lewistown, IL?
The driving distance from Ashland, IL to Lewistown, IL is about 49.7 miles (80 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Cass County, Illinois, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ashland and Lewistown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashland and Lewistown.
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Start on West Washington Street
738 ft · 35 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn right onto South Morgan Street
1286 ft · 49 sec · South Morgan Street
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Turn left onto West Fremont Street
3077 ft · 1 min · West Fremont Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
11 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto North Main Street
16.5 mi · 29 min · North Main Street
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Continue on South Oak Street
9 mi · 16 min · South Oak Street
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Continue on South Water Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Water Street
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Turn left onto West Dearborn Street
1.6 km · 1 min · West Dearborn Street
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Turn slight right
6.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn left
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Avenue E
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ashland and Lewistown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
16.5 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Clear leaving Ashland and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lewistown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ashland to Lewistown?
The road trip is about 49.7 miles (80 km) and usually takes 01h 23m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chandlerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Ashland and 24.9 miles from Lewistown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.60 one way or $13.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Ashland and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lewistown.
Stop Ideas Near Chandlerville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chandlerville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ashland and Lewistown. Straight-line distance: 35.77 mi (57.56 km).
#1 Ashland
Village in Cass County, Illinois
| Population | 1,169 |
| Coordinates | 39.8878300, -90.0078900 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lewistown
High school in Lewistown, Fulton County, Illinois
| Population | 2,096 |
| Coordinates | 40.3931000, -90.1548400 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lewistown (-90.15484, 40.3931)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.44 | $14.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.14 | $16.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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