How far is Melrose, IL from Livingston, IL?
The driving distance from Melrose, IL to Livingston, IL is about 18.2 miles (29.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.2 miles (22.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Melrose and Livingston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Melrose and Livingston.
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Start on East 500th Road
35 m · 7 sec · East 500th Road
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Turn right onto North Melrose Road
1768 ft · 1 min · North Melrose Road
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Turn slight right onto East Wilderness Road
1.3 mi · 5 min · East Wilderness Road
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Turn right onto East Angling Road
5.1 mi · 9 min · East Angling Road
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Turn left onto IL 1
13.4 mi · 20 min · IL 1
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Turn right
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto North Livingston Road
777 ft · 35 sec · North Livingston Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Livingston Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Melrose and Livingston.
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.
IL 1
Turn left onto IL 1
13.4 mi · 00h 20m
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 Melrose and Sunny near Livingston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Melrose to Livingston?
The road trip is about 18.2 miles (29.3 km) and usually takes 00h 31m 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?
Darwin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.5 miles from Melrose and 6.7 miles from Livingston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.2 miles (22.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.41 one way or $4.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Melrose and Sunny near Livingston.
Stop Ideas Near Darwin
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 Darwin.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Melrose and Livingston. Straight-line distance: 14.15 mi (22.78 km).
#1 Melrose
Unincorporated community in Illinois
| Population | 328 |
| Coordinates | 39.2233700, -87.7642000 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Livingston
Village in Illinois, US
| Population | 796 |
| Coordinates | 39.4067000, -87.6461400 |
| Altitude | 178 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Livingston Road (-87.646159, 39.406803)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 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 | $2.41 | $4.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
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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