Halfway between Chicago and St. Louis
The fairest meeting point, by actual drive time — not a straight line on a map.
Only 12 min difference between the two drives.
Plan your exact meetup on CenterOf →Places to meet near Shirley, IL
Funk’s Grove Gazebo
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5.02 hours 13 mins / 2 hours 19 minsShirley Rest Area on Constitution Trail
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5.02 hours 12 mins / 2 hours 19 minsGrampp Park
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5.02 hours 12 mins / 2 hours 19 minsStubblefield Woodlots Nature Preserve
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4.92 hours 17 mins / 2 hours 18 minsFunks Grove Nature Preserve
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4.82 hours 18 mins / 2 hours 19 minsFunks Grove Nature Spaces
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4.82 hours 21 mins / 2 hours 22 minsCovell Ball Park
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4.52 hours 16 mins / 2 hours 25 minsIrish memorial
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2 hours 19 mins / 2 hours 20 mins
Frequently asked questions
How is the halfway point between Chicago and St. Louis calculated?
We don't just average the two cities' coordinates on a map. We find the point along the real driving route where both of you have spent the same amount of time behind the wheel, then look for a real town there — so the split stays fair even when one direction has more highway than the other.
What's a good place to meet between Chicago and St. Louis?
Shirley, IL sits close to the fair midpoint by drive time, with real restaurants, cafes, bars, and parks nearby — see the list below.
How long is the drive from Chicago and from St. Louis?
From Chicago, IL, it's about 2 hr 27 min. From St. Louis, MO, it's about 2 hr 14 min — a difference of 12 min.
Is Shirley, IL the only option?
No — the list below has 8 nearby spots. Head to CenterOf to fine-tune the search for your exact addresses and travel mode.