Origin
Burgess, IL
Morning in Burgess on Tuesday
Local time
7:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burgess, IL to Springfield, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
152 mi
245 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 57m
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6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 32m
10 AM
3h 17m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 18m
5 PM
3h 31m
8 PM
3h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burgess, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Springfield, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Burgess, IL to Springfield, IL is 152 miles and takes about 3h 8m via I-74, I-155, and I-55, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Illinois, making it a straightforward journey. Expect a drive that is predominantly highway, so if you're looking for a quick and efficient connection between these two points with minimal fuss, this route fits the bill. It's a single-day trip that won't eat up too much of your time, perfect for a quick visit or transit.
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
76 miles from Burgess, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 39.4 mi | 42m |
| I 155 | 31.8 mi | 34m |
| I 55 | 28.7 mi | 31m |
| I 474 | 13.8 mi | 14m |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| US 67 | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| 230th Street | 4 mi | 15m |
| Clear Lake Avenue | 2.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 39.4 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burgess, IL and Springfield, IL.
1
Start on 41st Avenue
69 ft
·
4 sec
·
41st Avenue
2
Turn right onto 233rd Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
233rd Street
3
Turn right onto 40th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
40th Avenue
4
Turn left onto 230th Street
4.0 mi
·
15 min
·
230th Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto IL 135
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 135
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 67
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
US 67
7
Turn left onto US 34; IL 110; IL 164
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Toward IL 41, IL 164
9
Keep slight right at fork
151 ft
·
3 sec
10
Turn straight onto IL 41
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
11
Enter roundabout onto East Main Street
389 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Main Street
12
Continue on East Main Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 74 East: Peoria
14
Merge onto I 74
38 mi
·
40 min
·
I 74
15
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 474 East: Indianapolis
16
Merge onto I 474
14 mi
·
14 min
·
I 474
17
Merge onto I 74
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 74
18
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 155 South: Lincoln
19
Continue on I 155
32 mi
·
34 min
·
I 155
20
Merge onto I 55
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 55
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward IL 97 West
22
Merge onto IL 97
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Clear Lake Avenue
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on IL 97
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto North 7th Street
406 ft
·
18 sec
·
North 7th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Washington Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Arrive at destination
East Washington Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of about 3 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive with plenty of daylight in Springfield. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically for a break or refueling. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 39.4 miles on I-74, as services can be spread out on interstates. The total fuel cost is estimated at $24, so factor that into your budget.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76 miles from Burgess, IL, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.4 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 33 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76 miles or 1h 42m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burgess, 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 Burgess, IL
This is one driving day of about 152 miles and 3h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Burgess, 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 74 for about 39.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76 miles from Burgess, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 151.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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233rd Street
Turn right onto 233rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
28.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward IL 41, IL 164
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IL 41, IL 164
5
149.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
|
IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue
Merge onto IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
151.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
|
North 7th Street
Turn left onto North 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
151.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 8m in
|
East Washington Street
Turn left onto East Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.76 one way
$47.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.09 | $52.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.25 | $58.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.56 | $67.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.96 | $7.30 |
| Efficient EV | 38 | 0 | $13.30 | $6.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.28 | $9.73 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Springfield, IL
Morning in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
7:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
3h 8m 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 152
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey on interstates, so you'll be covering ground quickly. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 39.4 miles on I-74, offering a good opportunity to settle in. The route primarily utilizes I-74, I-155, and I-55, indicating a consistent, high-speed travel experience. Expect smooth sailing for the majority of the trip, with limited deviations from the main arteries.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.4 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and I 155. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 233rd Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 152 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: near the start (233rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 149.3 miles (IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Burgess, IL
Full guide →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 3h 8m. Total distance: 152 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.4 miles on I 74. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (233rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 149.3 miles (IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Springfield, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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