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Distance from Elsah to Medora

Driving Distance
27.4 mi 44.2 km
Flying Distance
19.0 mi 30.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Elsah, Illinois to Medora, Illinois is 27.4 mi (44.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 19.0 mi (30.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 35 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 46 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 6:36 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Medora
Place Medora
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 39.174491
Longitude -90.143165
GPS 39.174491° N, 90.143165° W
Local Time 6:36 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Elsah, Illinois to Medora, Illinois covers 27.4 mi (44.2 km) in a northeast direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 35 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (27.4-29.2 miles / 44-47 km). The primary route shown here saves 3 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 46 mph (74 km/h).

Available Routes

IL-109 N
27.4 mi 35 minutes
Shortest Fastest
Range Line Rd
29.2 mi 38 minutes
IL-109 N and IL-16 W
27.4 mi 36 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.