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Distance from Edelstein to Merna

Driving Distance
73.1 mi 117.7 km
Flying Distance
51.5 mi 83.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Edelstein, Illinois to Merna, Illinois is 73.1 mi (117.7 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 51.5 mi (83.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 6 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 11 minutes

Traveling highway, substantial in a southeast direction. Average speeds around 57 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Edelstein
Place Edelstein
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 40.940662
Longitude -89.63437
GPS 40.940662° N, 89.63437° W
Local Time 6:26 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Merna
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 40.516702
Longitude -88.825903
GPS 40.516702° N, 88.825903° W
Local Time 6:26 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Edelstein, Illinois to Merna, Illinois covers 73.1 mi (117.7 km) in a southeast direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 11 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (67.9-73.1 miles / 109-118 km). The primary route shown here saves 10 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 57 mph (92 km/h).

Available Routes

IL-40 S and I-74
73.1 mi 1 hour 11 minutes
Shortest Fastest
US-24 and I-74
70.7 mi 1 hour 21 minutes
I-74
67.9 mi 1 hour 12 minutes

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.