How far is Galesburg, IL from Saint Augustine, IL?
The driving distance from Galesburg, IL to Saint Augustine, IL is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Knox County, Illinois, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Galesburg and Saint Augustine.
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Start on Public Square
43 m · 2 sec · Public Square
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Exit the rotary onto West Main Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South Linwood Road
10.1 mi · 15 min · South Linwood Road
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Continue on South Western Avenue
1617 ft · 32 sec · South Western Avenue
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Turn straight onto South Commercial Drive
5.6 mi · 8 min · South Commercial Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Galesburg and Saint Augustine.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South Linwood Road
Turn left onto South Linwood Road
10.1 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Galesburg and Sunny near Saint Augustine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Galesburg to Saint Augustine?
The road trip is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Abingdon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.9 miles from Galesburg and 8.8 miles from Saint Augustine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.34 one way or $4.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Galesburg and Sunny near Saint Augustine.
Stop Ideas Near Abingdon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Galesburg and Saint Augustine. Straight-line distance: 15.99 mi (25.73 km).
#1 Galesburg
County seat of Knox County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 29,803 |
| Coordinates | 40.9478200, -90.3712400 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Augustine
Human settlement in Knox County, Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 111 |
| Coordinates | 40.7183700, -90.4109600 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Augustine (-90.41096, 40.71837)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.64 | $5.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.89 | $5.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
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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