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Distance from Balcom to New Wells

Driving Distance
53.1 mi 85.4 km
Flying Distance
25.0 mi 40.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Balcom, Illinois to New Wells, Missouri is 53.1 mi (85.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 25.0 mi (40.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 5 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 52 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 4:15 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place New Wells
State/Province Missouri
Country US
Latitude 37.556161
Longitude -89.624543
GPS 37.556161° N, 89.624543° W
Local Time 4:15 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Balcom, Illinois to New Wells, Missouri covers 53.1 mi (85.4 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (53.0-72.0 miles / 85-116 km). The primary route shown here saves 15 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 52 mph (84 km/h).

Available Routes

IL-146 W/IL-3 and IL-146 W
53.1 mi 1 hour 5 minutes
Shortest
IL-3 N
72 mi 1 hour 19 minutes
IL-146 W
53 mi 1 hour 5 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.