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Distance from Frances to Cape Girardeau

Driving Distance
145.3 mi 233.9 km
Flying Distance
76.1 mi 122.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Frances, Kentucky to Cape Girardeau, Missouri is 145.3 mi (233.9 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 76.1 mi (122.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 9 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 52 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a west direction. Average speeds around 49 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Frances
Place Frances
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.219775
Longitude -88.141136
GPS 37.219775° N, 88.141136° W
Local Time 9:40 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Cape Girardeau
Place Cape Girardeau
State/Province Missouri
Country US
Latitude 37.305884
Longitude -89.518148
GPS 37.305884° N, 89.518148° W
Local Time 9:40 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Frances, Kentucky to Cape Girardeau, Missouri covers 145.3 mi (233.9 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 52 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (111.8-145.3 miles / 180-234 km). The primary route shown here saves 44 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 49 mph (79 km/h).

Available Routes

IL-13 W
145.3 mi 2 hours 52 minutes
Shortest
I-24 W
111.8 mi 2 hours 9 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.