How far is Vienna, IL from Henderson, KY?
The driving distance from Vienna, IL to Henderson, KY is about 90.8 miles (146.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.2 miles (124.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vienna and Henderson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vienna and Henderson.
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Start on North 6th Street
2 m · 6 sec · North 6th Street
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Turn left onto West Vine Street
1353 ft · 46 sec · West Vine Street
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
32.4 mi · 43 min · North 1st Street
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Turn right onto East Poplar Street
1700 ft · 48 sec · East Poplar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
24.2 mi · 36 min
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Continue straight
11.2 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto North Morgan Street
2208 ft · 37 sec · North Morgan Street
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Turn straight
22.1 mi · 28 min
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Turn right onto Washington Street
65 m · 11 sec · Washington Street
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Turn left
30 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Vienna and Henderson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North 1st Street
Turn left onto North 1st Street
32.4 mi · 00h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Vienna and Mostly Sunny near Henderson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vienna to Henderson?
The road trip is about 90.8 miles (146.2 km) and usually takes 02h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Equality is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.4 miles from Vienna and 45.5 miles from Henderson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.2 miles (124.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:16 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.19 one way or $28.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Vienna and Mostly Sunny near Henderson.
Stop Ideas Near Equality
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 Equality.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vienna and Henderson. Straight-line distance: 77.25 mi (124.32 km).
#1 Vienna
City in Johnson County, Illinois
| Population | 1,427 |
| Coordinates | 37.4153300, -88.8978400 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Henderson
City in and county seat of Henderson County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 27,974 |
| Coordinates | 37.8361500, -87.5900100 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
End: Henderson (-87.59001, 37.83615)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $4.43 | $14.19 | $28.38 |
| Mid-grade | $5.05 | $16.15 | $32.31 |
| Premium | $5.61 | $17.95 | $35.90 |
| Diesel | $6.47 | $20.70 | $41.41 |
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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