How far is Radom, IL from Plum Hill, IL?
The driving distance from Radom, IL to Plum Hill, IL is about 21.7 miles (34.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18 miles (29 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 08m 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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Township in Washington County, Illinois
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Radom and Plum Hill.
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Start on Main Street
2560 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on County Highway 23
1.6 mi · 4 min · County Highway 23
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At the end of the road, turn right
3.7 mi · 6 min
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Turn left
15.9 mi · 24 min
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Turn right onto Plum Hill Church Road
6 m · 1 sec · Plum Hill Church Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Plum Hill Church Road
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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15.9 mi · 00h 24m
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 Radom and Sunny near Plum Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Radom to Plum Hill?
The road trip is about 21.7 miles (34.9 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?
Beaucoup is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.8 miles from Radom and 10.9 miles from Plum Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18 miles (29 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 7:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.90 one way or $5.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Radom and Sunny near Plum Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Beaucoup
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Centralia station
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Du Quoin
Carbondale station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Radom and Plum Hill. Straight-line distance: 18.04 mi (29.03 km).
#1 Radom
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 209 |
| Coordinates | 38.2819900, -89.1923000 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plum Hill
Township in Washington County, Illinois
| Population | 507 |
| Coordinates | 38.3628300, -89.5087000 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| Country | United States |
End: Plum Hill Church Road (-89.508759, 38.362825)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.90 | $5.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.27 | $6.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.58 | $7.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
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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