How far is Ramsey, IL from Saint Elmo, IL?
The driving distance from Ramsey, IL to Saint Elmo, IL is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.2 miles (26 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ramsey and Saint Elmo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ramsey and Saint Elmo.
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Start on East Front Street
33 m · 13 sec · East Front Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
59 m · 10 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Superior Street
2825 ft · 37 sec · South Superior Street
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Continue on County Road 875 East
11.1 mi · 13 min · County Road 875 East
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Continue on North Kennedy Boulevard
1844 ft · 24 sec · North Kennedy Boulevard
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Take the exit slight left toward I-70 East: Effingham
1644 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Interstate 70
12.7 mi · 14 min · Interstate 70
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Take the exit slight right toward St Elmo
1673 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Interstate Drive
1.3 km · 1 min · Interstate Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Cumberland Road
2671 ft · 56 sec · East Cumberland Road
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1254 ft · 57 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
44 m · 6 sec · East 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ramsey and Saint Elmo.
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.
Interstate 70
Merge slight left onto Interstate 70
12.7 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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ramsey and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Elmo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ramsey to Saint Elmo?
The road trip is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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?
Vandalia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Ramsey and 13.5 miles from Saint Elmo.
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 10.7 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 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.58 one way or $7.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ramsey and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Elmo.
Stop Ideas Near Vandalia
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 Ramsey and Saint Elmo. Straight-line distance: 16.15 mi (25.99 km).
#1 Ramsey
Village in Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,003 |
| Coordinates | 39.1444900, -89.1086800 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Elmo
City in Illinois
| Population | 1,367 |
| Coordinates | 39.0272700, -88.8481100 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Elmo (-88.84811, 39.02727)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.42 | $8.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.04 | $10.08 |
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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