How far is Matthews, MO from Lilbourn, MO?
The driving distance from Matthews, MO to Lilbourn, MO is about 17 miles (27.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.6 miles (18.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m 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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City in Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Matthews and Lilbourn.
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Start on West Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 55 South: Blytheville
1077 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
13 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 61, US 62: New Madrid, Howardville
973 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 4 min
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Turn slight right onto 3rd Street
1178 ft · 38 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left
28 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Matthews and Lilbourn.
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.
I 55 South
Merge slight left
12.9 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.
Sunny leaving Matthews and Sunny near Lilbourn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Matthews to Lilbourn?
The road trip is about 17 miles (27.4 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?
New Madrid is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.9 miles from Matthews and 7.1 miles from Lilbourn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.6 miles (18.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 $2.26 one way or $4.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Matthews and Sunny near Lilbourn.
Stop Ideas Near New Madrid
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Matthews and Lilbourn. Straight-line distance: 11.64 mi (18.74 km).
#1 Matthews
Human settlement in New Madrid County, Missouri, United States of America
| Population | 584 |
| Coordinates | 36.7592200, -89.5867500 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lilbourn
City in New Madrid County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,025 |
| Coordinates | 36.5922800, -89.6153600 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
End: 3rd Street (-89.615046, 36.592281)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.26 | $4.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.55 | $5.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.79 | $5.58 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
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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