Distance from Metropolis, Illinois to Cairo, Illinois
The driving distance from Metropolis, Illinois to Cairo, Illinois is 45.3 mi (72.9 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 16.5 mi (26.5 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 55 minutes
We found 3 routes between Metropolis and Cairo.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Route Directions
Take I-24 E, US-62 W, KY-286 and US-51 N/US-60 W/US-62 W to Ohio River Scenic Byway in Cairo
Route Directions
Continue to Grant Precinct
Follow Joppa Rd/Ohio River Scenic Byway and Joppa Bypass Rd to IL-37 S/Ohio River Scenic Byway in Grand Chain Precinct
Drive to Ohio River Scenic Byway in Cairo
Journey Details
Traveling from Metropolis, Illinois to Cairo, Illinois covers 42 miles (68 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 53 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (42-45 miles / 68-73 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.
Journey Waypoints
Metropolis
Starting Point
Cairo
Destination
