How far is Decatur, IL from Fairview Heights, IL?
The driving distance from Decatur, IL to Fairview Heights, IL is about 112.3 miles (180.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.7 miles (165.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 52m 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 26m.
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Township in Montgomery County, Illinois
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Fairview Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Fairview Heights.
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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
48.2 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
1434 ft · 48 sec
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Continue on Vandalia Street
3 mi · 5 min · Vandalia Street
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Continue on South Morrison Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Morrison Avenue
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Continue on North Illinois Street
4.8 mi · 8 min · North Illinois Street
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Turn right onto Longacre Drive
1705 ft · 49 sec · Longacre Drive
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Turn right onto North Brook Circle
1396 ft · 2 min · North Brook Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Brook Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Fairview Heights.
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
48.2 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Decatur and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fairview Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Fairview Heights?
The road trip is about 112.3 miles (180.8 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
Zanesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.2 miles from Decatur and 56.2 miles from Fairview Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.7 miles (165.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 1:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.93 one way or $29.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Decatur and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fairview Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Zanesville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Carlinville
Springfield station
Alton
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Fairview Heights. Straight-line distance: 102.71 mi (165.29 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 Fairview Heights
City in Saint Clair County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 16,127 |
| Coordinates | 38.5889400, -89.9903800 |
| Altitude | 178 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fairview Heights (-89.99038, 38.58894)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $14.93 | $29.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.84 | $33.68 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.43 | $36.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.00 | $42.01 |
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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