How far is King, IL from Carrollton, IL?
The driving distance from King, IL to Carrollton, IL is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 41m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 20m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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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 King and Carrollton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between King and Carrollton.
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Start on the route
12 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto 500 N
1.3 mi · 5 min · 500 N
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 1000 North
1.5 km · 2 min · 1000 North
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Continue on Eldred Blacktop
1.3 km · 2 min · Eldred Blacktop
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Continue on 375 East
1.3 km · 2 min · 375 East
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Continue on Bluff Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Bluff Street
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Turn right
8 mi · 14 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between King and Carrollton.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
7.97 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving King and Scattered Rain Showers near Carrollton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from King to Carrollton?
The road trip is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
Eldred is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from King and 6.5 miles from Carrollton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.7 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 7:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.73 one way or $3.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around King and Scattered Rain Showers near Carrollton.
Stop Ideas Near Eldred
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 Eldred.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between King and Carrollton. Straight-line distance: 10.44 mi (16.8 km).
#1 King
Township in Christian County, Illinois
| Population | 227 |
| Coordinates | 39.2308800, -90.5790100 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carrollton
Township in Greene County, Illinois
| Population | 2,352 |
| Coordinates | 39.3022700, -90.4070600 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-90.40706, 39.302172)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.73 | $3.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
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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