How far is Omaha, IL from Old Shawneetown, IL?
The driving distance from Omaha, IL to Old Shawneetown, IL is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.2 miles (26 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 23m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Village in Gallatin County, Illinois, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Omaha and Old Shawneetown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Omaha and Old Shawneetown.
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Start on Washington Avenue
39 m · 8 sec · Washington Avenue
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
10.5 mi · 16 min · 3rd Street
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Turn left
8.6 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto State Route 13
987 ft · 46 sec · State Route 13
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Turn right onto Washington Street
1201 ft · 55 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto Market Street
11 m · 2 sec · Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Omaha and Old Shawneetown.
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.
3rd Street
Turn right onto 3rd Street
10.5 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Omaha and Partly Sunny near Old Shawneetown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Omaha to Old Shawneetown?
The road trip is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km) and usually takes 00h 23m 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?
Junction is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.8 miles from Omaha and 9.8 miles from Old Shawneetown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.2 miles (26 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.18 one way or $6.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Omaha and Partly Sunny near Old Shawneetown.
Stop Ideas Near Junction
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 Omaha and Old Shawneetown. Straight-line distance: 16.16 mi (26 km).
#1 Omaha
Village in Illinois, USA
| Population | 199 |
| Coordinates | 37.8903200, -88.3031000 |
| Altitude | 114 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Old Shawneetown
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 164 |
| Coordinates | 37.6969900, -88.1367000 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| Country | United States |
End: Market Street (-88.13673, 37.697006)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.61 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
| Mid-grade | $5.24 | $3.62 | $7.23 |
| Premium | $5.79 | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| Diesel | $6.59 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
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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