How far is Decatur, IL from Crest Hill, IL?
The driving distance from Decatur, IL to Crest Hill, IL is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.1 miles (174 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 06m 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 02h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Crest Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Crest Hill.
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Start on East Wood Street
91 m · 16 sec · East Wood Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West South Side Drive
1.5 km · 1 min · West South Side Drive
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Turn left onto South Taylorville Road
12.9 mi · 15 min · South Taylorville Road
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Continue on County Road 2080 E
18.4 mi · 23 min · County Road 2080 E
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Continue on County Road 975 N
3056 ft · 52 sec · County Road 975 N
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Continue on Sarpy Street
12.2 mi · 21 min · Sarpy Street
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Continue on Front Street
7.6 mi · 11 min · Front Street
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Turn left onto I 55 South: East Saint Louis
1822 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
52.3 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 255: Memphis, Interstate 270
1386 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 255 South: Memphis
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
7.4 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 15 East: Belleville
1767 ft · 43 sec
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Continue on New Missouri Avenue
2.4 mi · 3 min · New Missouri Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
815 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto Busch Boulevard
778 ft · 40 sec · Busch Boulevard
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Turn left onto Old Saint Louis Road
1 km · 1 min · Old Saint Louis Road
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Turn right onto Eiler Road
837 ft · 23 sec · Eiler Road
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Turn left onto Bernard Drive
1076 ft · 47 sec · Bernard Drive
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Continue on Bernard Drive
109 m · 19 sec · Bernard Drive
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Turn left onto Bethesda Drive
1175 ft · 53 sec · Bethesda Drive
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Turn right onto Belvedere Drive
693 ft · 30 sec · Belvedere Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Belvedere Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Crest Hill.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 55 South
Merge slight left
52.3 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Decatur and Chance Rain Showers near Crest Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Crest Hill?
The road trip is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km) and usually takes 02h 33m 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?
Litchfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.9 miles from Decatur and 59.9 miles from Crest Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.1 miles (174 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 1:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.95 one way or $31.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Decatur and Chance Rain Showers near Crest Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Litchfield
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 Litchfield.
Carlinville
Alton
Springfield station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Crest Hill. Straight-line distance: 108.12 mi (174 km).
#1 Decatur
The most populous city in Macon County, Illinois.
| Population | 70,007 |
| Coordinates | 39.8403100, -88.9548000 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Crest Hill
City in Will County, Illinois
| Population | 20,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.5395000, -90.0770500 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: Crest Hill (-90.07705, 38.5395)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.95 | $31.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.69 | $39.37 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.44 | $44.87 |
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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