How far is Thebes, IL from East Cape Girardeau, IL?
The driving distance from Thebes, IL to East Cape Girardeau, IL is about 8.4 miles (13.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.5 miles (8.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 20m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thebes and East Cape Girardeau.
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Start on the route
17 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto 4th Street
884 ft · 39 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Pecan Street
1878 ft · 1 min · Pecan Street
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Turn left onto Illinois Route 3
4.8 mi · 7 min · Illinois Route 3
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Turn left onto IL 146 West: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
528 ft · 7 sec
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Continue straight
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Thebes and East Cape Girardeau.
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.
Illinois Route 3
Turn left onto Illinois Route 3
4.81 mi · 00h 07m
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 Thebes and Sunny near East Cape Girardeau.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thebes to East Cape Girardeau?
The road trip is about 8.4 miles (13.5 km) and usually takes 00h 10m 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?
McClure is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4 miles from Thebes and 4.4 miles from East Cape Girardeau.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.5 miles (8.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 8:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.13 one way or $2.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Thebes and Sunny near East Cape Girardeau.
Stop Ideas Near McClure
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thebes and East Cape Girardeau. Straight-line distance: 5.53 mi (8.9 km).
#1 Thebes
Village in Illinois, USA
| Population | 303 |
| Coordinates | 37.2208800, -89.4609200 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Cape Girardeau
Town
| Population | 268 |
| Coordinates | 37.2958800, -89.4962000 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| Country | United States |
End: IL 146 (-89.496199, 37.29579)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.13 | $2.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.28 | $2.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.40 | $2.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.59 | $3.18 |
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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