How far is Decatur, IL from Edwardsville, IL?
The driving distance from Decatur, IL to Edwardsville, IL is about 98.1 miles (157.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.9 miles (143 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 11m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 05m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Edwardsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Edwardsville.
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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
40 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 143: Edwardsville, Marine
1664 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right
1926 ft · 33 sec
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto South Buchanan Street
37 m · 2 sec · South Buchanan Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Buchanan Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Edwardsville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 55 South
Merge slight left
40 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Decatur and Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Edwardsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Edwardsville?
The road trip is about 98.1 miles (157.9 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Raymond is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.1 miles from Decatur and 49.1 miles from Edwardsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.9 miles (143 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 2:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.05 one way or $26.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Decatur and Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Edwardsville.
Stop Ideas Near Raymond
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 Raymond.
Carlinville
Springfield station
Alton
Effingham
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Edwardsville. Straight-line distance: 88.89 mi (143.05 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 Edwardsville
City in Madison County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 25,189 |
| Coordinates | 38.8114400, -89.9531600 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edwardsville (-89.95316, 38.81144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 158 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.72 | $29.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.10 | $32.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.35 | $36.70 |
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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