Trip from Aux Sable, IL to Springfield, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 51m

Distance

147.8 mi

238 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

2h 40m ★

6 AM

2h 51m

8 AM

3h 13m

10 AM

2h 59m

12 PM

2h 57m

3 PM

3h 0m

5 PM

3h 12m

8 PM

2h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Aux Sable, IL

Rafał Nagrodzki

capital city of Illinois and county seat of Sangamon County

Springfield, IL

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Trip Overview

This 147.8-mile drive from Aux Sable to Springfield, Illinois, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 51 minutes. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 83% of it on interstates, making it a straightforward journey through the heart of the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of around $23, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or a segment of a larger regional exploration. The primary roads you'll be using are I-55, East Street, and Division Street, offering a direct path to your destination. You’ll spend most of your time on the interstate, so consider this a functional commute rather than a scenic tour.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

73.9 miles from Aux Sable, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 55	121.9 mi	2h 10m
East Street	8.5 mi	9m
Division Street	7.9 mi	9m
Cemetery Road	4.6 mi	11m
Clear Lake Avenue	2.1 mi	4m
East Washington Street	1.3 mi	2m
East Jefferson Street	0.4 mi	1m
North 7th Street	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 55 — 121.9 mi, about 2h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Aux Sable, IL and Springfield, IL.

Start on this road

471 ft · 27 sec · this road

Turn left onto Cemetery Road

4.6 mi · 11 min · Cemetery Road

Turn left onto East Washington Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · East Washington Street

Turn left onto IL 47

7.9 mi · 9 min · Division Street

Continue on IL 47

8.5 mi · 9 min · East Street

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 55 South: Bloomington

Merge onto I 55

62 mi · 1 hr 6 min · I 55

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55

60 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 55

Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec

Toward IL 97 West

Merge onto IL 97

2.1 mi · 4 min · Clear Lake Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Continue on IL 97

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Jefferson Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto North 7th Street

406 ft · 18 sec · North 7th Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto East Washington Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · East Washington Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Arrive at destination

East Washington Street

Trip Plan

Since this drive is under 3 hours, it's perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, giving you flexibility with your departure time. Plan to leave in the morning to maximize your time in Springfield, and keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without exits is over 120 miles on I-55. While there's only one recommended stop noted, it's wise to take advantage of rest areas as needed, especially during the 121.9-mile stretch on the interstate. Budgeting around $23 for fuel is a good estimate for this 147.8-mile journey.

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 73.9 miles from Aux Sable, IL, or about 1h 28m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.9 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 33 miles or 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 73.9 miles or 1h 28m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Aux Sable, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Aux Sable, IL

This is one driving day of about 147.8 miles and 2h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Aux Sable, IL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 121.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bloomington, IL

74 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Reading, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Normal, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 73.9 miles from Aux Sable, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 121.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Magic Kitchen

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Springfield, Illinois

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+12175256975

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Mr Gyros

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Springfield, Illinois

1 mi

Taco Gringo South

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Springfield, Illinois

1.1 mi

Magic Kitchen

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Springfield, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+12175256975

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13096641222

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Waypoints

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887484261

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Lincoln, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12177354444

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Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 22.3 and 147.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

22.3 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the exit toward I 55 South: Bloomington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 55 South: Bloomington

22.6 mi into trip | ~33m in | I 55

Merge onto I 55

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

85 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in | I 55

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield

147.5 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in | North 7th Street

Turn left onto North 7th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

147.6 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in | East Washington Street

Turn left onto East Washington Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.11 one way

$46.21 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$25.37	$50.74
premium	$4.89	$28.44	$56.89
diesel	$5.61	$32.63	$65.26

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	44.3	$15.52	$7.09
Efficient EV	37	$12.93	$5.91
EV Truck/SUV	59.1	$20.69	$9.46

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

17 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 20, 2026

Origin

Aux Sable, IL

Morning in Aux Sable on Tuesday

Local time

7:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springfield, IL

Morning in Springfield on Tuesday

Local time

7:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

Bloomington, IL

74 mi in

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 51m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

National Monument

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...

0 mi from route Free near mile 147.8

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 147.8-mile trip. With 83% of the route on high-speed roads, you'll experience a consistent pace for much of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a substantial 121.9 miles on I-55, allowing you to settle in for a significant period of driving. While the profile is predominantly interstate, you will transition onto local roads like East Street and Division Street as you approach Springfield, offering a slight change in pace before arrival. This route prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 121.9 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and East Street. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 22.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.8 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 22.6 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 85 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving in Springfield, IL

Full guide →

Founded 1840

Springfield is a city in the center of the state of Illinois. It is the state's capital — not Chicago — and the county seat of Sangamon County. Springfield is best known for its most famous resident, Abraham Lincoln, and there are several historic sites that are dedicated to him.

Top landmarks

• Illinois State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Illinois
• Lincoln Tomb — tomb of U.S. president Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois, United States
• Lincoln Home National Historic Site — national historic site in Illinois, USA

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 147.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 121.9 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Springfield, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, IL before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Magic Kitchen

Magic Kitchen

Mr Gyros

Taco Gringo South

Krekel's Custard & Hamburgers

Cancun

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

James' Home Kitchen

Pizza Ranch

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Waypoints

Tesla Supercharger

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Aux Sable, IL

Springfield, IL

Same local time

5 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 51m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Arriving in Springfield, IL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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