Murphysboro, IL Road Trips
Murphysboro, IL serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 4 outbound routes across the area. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 204-mile quick runs to 334-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Murphysboro, IL head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
348.9 mi
Des Plaines, IL
Quickest Drive
3h 54m
Champaign, IL
Plan Around Murphysboro, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Murphysboro, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Murphysboro, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Murphysboro, IL
Driving from Murphysboro, IL
On average, trips departing from Murphysboro, IL run 276 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 18m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 334 miles (6h 24m), while the shortest is just 204 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Murphysboro, IL include Chicago, IL (334.3 mi, 6h 20m), Berwyn, IL (332.8 mi, 6h 24m), Peoria, IL (233.3 mi, 4h 33m), and Champaign, IL (203.6 mi, 3h 54m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IL currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 276-mile trip from Murphysboro, IL, budget about $41 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Murphysboro, IL and 1 routes heading into Murphysboro, IL, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 204 to 334 miles.
The longest mapped route from Murphysboro, IL covers 334 miles and takes approximately 6h 24m. Shorter options start at just 204 miles.
The average route from Murphysboro, IL runs about 276 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 18m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 276-mile trip from Murphysboro, IL costs roughly $41 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Murphysboro, IL include Chicago, IL, Berwyn, IL, Peoria, IL and Champaign, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Murphysboro, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
6,804
Median Income
$42,367
Median Home Value
$79,600
Median Age
40.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Murphysboro, IL at a Glance
Founded
1843
Area
5 mi²
Notable People from Murphysboro, IL
A sampling of people born in Murphysboro, IL.
John A. Logan
1826–1886
American soldier and politician (1826–1886)
Mike Bost
1960
American politician (born 1960)
Don Ohl
1936–2024
American basketball player
Theo Germaine
1992
American actor
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Murphysboro, IL.
Robert W. Hamilton House
historic house built in Murphysboro, Illinois, in 1867
Jackson County Courthouse
local government building in the United States
City data from Wikidata (Q575379), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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