The drive from Jacksonville, IL to Belleville, IL covers 103.4 miles and takes about 2h 6m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 5th Street, United States Route 67, IL 255 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.4 miles on North 5th Street.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.7 miles from Jacksonville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 103.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Jacksonville, IL to Belleville, IL covers 103.4 miles and takes about 2h 6m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 5th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 26.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 92 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 103.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 92 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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92 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 64, US 50 East: Louisville, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 20
Toward I 64, US 50 East: Louisville, Saint Loui...
6
92.3 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 64 East, US 50 East: Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 East, US 50 East: Louisville
8
92.8 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 64 East, US 50 East: Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 64 East, US 50 East: Louisville
6
93.2 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 64 East, US 50 East: Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 East, US 50 East: Louisville
8
97.7 mi into trip|~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward IL 159: Belleville, Collinsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 12
Toward IL 159: Belleville, Collinsville
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jacksonville, IL and Belleville, IL, road signs point toward Saint Louis, Collinsville and Swansea.
Saint Louis
92 mi in|~1h 48m
Collinsville
97.7 mi in|~1h 57m
Swansea
98 mi in|~1h 57m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North 5th Street
26.4 mi
31m
United States Route 67
20.4 mi
23m
IL 255
19.5 mi
22m
I 255
10.7 mi
12m
North Illinois Street
5.3 mi
8m
I 72
3.3 mi
3m
South Main Street
3.1 mi
4m
South State Avenue
2.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
North 5th Street
— 26.4 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, IL and Belleville, IL.
1
Start on South Central Park Plaza
159 ft·8 sec·South Central Park Plaza
2
Turn left onto South Mauvaisterre Street
378 ft·12 sec·South Mauvaisterre Street
3
Turn left onto North Central Park Plaza
383 ft·12 sec·North Central Park Plaza
4
Turn left onto North Sandy Street
377 ft·12 sec·North Sandy Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto South Central Park Plaza
189 ft·5 sec·South Central Park Plaza
6
Turn right onto South Main Street
3.1 mi·4 min·South Main Street
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
8
Merge onto I 72; US 36
3.3 mi·3 min·I 72; US 36
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward US 67 South: Alton
10
Merge onto US 67
12 mi·13 min·United States Route 67
11
Continue on US 67
2.3 mi·2 min·1440 E
12
Continue on US 67
1.4 mi·1 min·North State Street
13
Continue on US 67
2.4 mi·2 min·South State Avenue
14
Continue on US 67
1.4 mi·1 min·North Main Street
15
Continue on US 67
8.1 mi·9 min·United States Route 67
16
Continue on US 67
26 mi·31 min·North 5th Street
17
Continue on IL 255
20 mi·22 min·IL 255
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 255
11 mi·12 min·I 255
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 20Toward I 64, US 50 East: Louisville, Saint Louis
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 64 East, US 50 East: Louisville
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward I 64 East, US 50 East: LouisvilleUse the right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork
4.5 mi·5 min
Toward I 64 East, US 50 East: Louisville
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·29 sec
Exit 12Toward IL 159: Belleville, CollinsvilleUse the slight right lane.
24
Turn right
175 ft·4 sec
Toward Belleville, SwanseaUse the right lane.
25
Turn straight onto IL 159
5.3 mi·8 min·North Illinois Street
26
Turn left onto East F Street
59 ft·2 sec·East F Street
27
Arrive at destination
East F Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.7 miles from Jacksonville, IL, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.7 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belleville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jacksonville, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jacksonville, IL
This is one driving day of about 103.4 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Jacksonville, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North 5th Street for about 26.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.7 mi from Jacksonville, IL
· 1h 1m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.17 one way
$32.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.75
$35.50
premium
$4.89
$19.90
$39.80
diesel
$5.61
$22.83
$45.66
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31
0
$10.86
$4.96
Efficient EV
25.9
0
$9.05
$4.14
EV Truck/SUV
41.4
0
$14.48
$6.62
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Jacksonville, IL
Night
in Jacksonville on Thursday
Local time
10:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Belleville, IL
Night
in Belleville on Thursday
Local time
10:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 6m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Jacksonville, IL to Belleville, IL covers 103.4 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 5th Street, United States Route 67, IL 255. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.7 miles from Jacksonville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 103.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 92 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Jacksonville, IL and Belleville, IL, road signs point toward Saint Louis, Collinsville and Swansea.
