How far is University, IL from Dahlgren, IL?
The driving distance from University, IL to Dahlgren, IL is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m 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 41m.
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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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 University and Dahlgren.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between University and Dahlgren.
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Start on County Road 200 North
1.2 km · 2 min · County Road 200 North
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Continue on 200N
1.2 km · 2 min · 200N
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Continue on County Road 200 North
1.5 mi · 4 min · County Road 200 North
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Continue on County Road 210 North
1282 ft · 35 sec · County Road 210 North
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Continue on County Road 225 North
2.2 mi · 5 min · County Road 225 North
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Continue on Walpole Road
3070 ft · 1 min · Walpole Road
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Continue on County Road 200 North
2.1 mi · 5 min · County Road 200 North
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Continue on Main Street
1748 ft · 53 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 1st Street
810 ft · 36 sec · 1st Street
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Turn left onto County Road 1200 East
2.1 mi · 3 min · County Road 1200 East
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Continue on County Road 1165 East
9 mi · 13 min · County Road 1165 East
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Continue on South Jackson Street
3160 ft · 59 sec · South Jackson Street
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Turn left onto Market Street
11.4 mi · 17 min · Market Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
91 m · 13 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between University and Dahlgren.
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.
Market Street
Turn left onto Market Street
11.4 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving University and Partly Sunny near Dahlgren.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from University to Dahlgren?
The road trip is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km) and usually takes 00h 41m 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?
Dale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.8 miles from University and 16 miles from Dahlgren.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.4 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 7:06 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.20 one way or $10.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around University and Partly Sunny near Dahlgren.
Stop Ideas Near Dale
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 Dale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between University and Dahlgren. Straight-line distance: 18.54 mi (29.83 km).
#1 University
University is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9364400, -88.6095000 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dahlgren
Township in Hamilton County, Illinois
| Population | 656 |
| Coordinates | 38.1981000, -88.6845000 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-88.6845, 38.198108)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.64 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
| Mid-grade | $5.28 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| Premium | $5.83 | $6.53 | $13.05 |
| Diesel | $6.61 | $7.40 | $14.81 |
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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