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Distance from Elsah to Chesterfield

Driving Distance
51.7 mi 83.2 km
Flying Distance
23.4 mi 37.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Elsah, Illinois to Chesterfield, Missouri is 51.7 mi (83.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 23.4 mi (37.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 55 minutes

Traveling highway, moderate in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 59 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Elsah
Place Elsah
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 38.956159
Longitude -90.359836
GPS 38.956159° N, 90.359836° W
Local Time 3:29 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Chesterfield
Place Chesterfield
State/Province Missouri
Country US
Latitude 38.663108
Longitude -90.577068
GPS 38.663108° N, 90.577068° W
Local Time 3:29 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Elsah, Illinois to Chesterfield, Missouri covers 51.7 mi (83.2 km) in a southwest direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 55 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (48.8-59.1 miles / 79-95 km). The primary route shown here saves 18 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 59 mph (95 km/h).

Available Routes

I-64 W
51.7 mi 55 minutes
Shortest
IL-3 S and I-64 W
59.1 mi 1 hour 9 minutes
I-270 W
48.8 mi 51 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.