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Distance from Altamont to Effingham

Driving Distance
12.3 mi 19.8 km
Flying Distance
11.7 mi 18.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Altamont, Illinois to Effingham, Illinois is 12.3 mi (19.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 11.7 mi (18.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 16 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a east direction. Average speeds around 43 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Altamont
Place Altamont
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 39.061737
Longitude -88.747914
GPS 39.061737° N, 88.747914° W
Local Time 11:49 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Effingham
Place Effingham
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 39.120042
Longitude -88.543383
GPS 39.120042° N, 88.543383° W
Local Time 11:49 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Altamont, Illinois to Effingham, Illinois covers 12.3 mi (19.8 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 16 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (12.3-14.3 miles / 20-23 km). The primary route shown here saves 32 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 43 mph (69 km/h).

Available Routes

U.S. Hwy 40 E
12.3 mi 16 minutes
Shortest
I-70 E
14.3 mi 17 minutes
E Division St and U.S. Hwy 40 E
12.3 mi 16 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.