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Distance from Balcom to Dowell

Driving Distance
47.2 mi 75.9 km
Flying Distance
36.4 mi 58.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Balcom, Illinois to Dowell, Illinois is 47.2 mi (75.9 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 36.4 mi (58.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a north direction. Average speeds around 48 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Balcom
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 37.413106
Longitude -89.206192
GPS 37.413106° N, 89.206192° W
Local Time 1:55 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Dowell
Place Dowell
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 37.939773
Longitude -89.237861
GPS 37.939773° N, 89.237861° W
Local Time 1:55 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Balcom, Illinois to Dowell, Illinois covers 47.2 mi (75.9 km) in a north direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 1 hour under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (38.7-47.2 miles / 62-76 km). The primary route shown here saves 13 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 48 mph (77 km/h).

Available Routes

Royalton Rd and US-51 N
47.2 mi 1 hour
Shortest
US-51 N
38.7 mi 48 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.