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Distance from Smithton to Columbia

Driving Distance
15.1 mi 24.4 km
Flying Distance
11.6 mi 18.7 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Smithton, Illinois to Columbia, Illinois is 15.1 mi (24.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 11.6 mi (18.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 25 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 44 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Smithton
Place Smithton
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 38.408662
Longitude -89.99205
GPS 38.408662° N, 89.99205° W
Local Time 12:30 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Columbia
Place Columbia
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 38.443664
Longitude -90.201224
GPS 38.443664° N, 90.201224° W
Local Time 12:30 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Smithton, Illinois to Columbia, Illinois covers 15.1 mi (24.4 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 25 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (14.2-16.3 miles / 23-26 km). The primary route shown here saves 7 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 44 mph (71 km/h).

Available Routes

Bohleysville Rd
15.1 mi 25 minutes
Shortest
Douglas Rd and Bluffside Rd
16.3 mi 25 minutes
Douglas Rd
14.2 mi 19 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.