Origin
Edinburg, IL
Late night in Edinburg on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edinburg, 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
28m
Distance
18.3 mi
30 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edinburg, IL
Sinitta Leunen
Springfield, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Edinburg to Springfield, you are in for a quick, straightforward journey through the Illinois heartland. Spanning just 18.3 miles, this trip typically takes about 28 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via IL 29, Clear Lake Avenue, and West Springfield Road. With a fuel budget of approximately $3, it is an incredibly affordable route that fits easily into any schedule. Because both towns are located within the Midwest, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a short visit, this direct path offers a hassle-free way to connect these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 29 | 14.5 mi | 19m |
| Clear Lake Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Springfield Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Jefferson Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North 725 East Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Washington Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 7th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 29
— 14.5 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edinburg, IL and Springfield, IL.
1
Start on West Washington Street
284 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Washington Street
2
Turn slight right onto IL 29
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Springfield Road
3
Continue on North 725 East Road
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
North 725 East Road
4
Turn left onto IL 29
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
IL 29
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on IL 29
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on IL 29
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on IL 29
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn straight onto IL 29
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
IL 29
9
Turn left onto IL 97
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Clear Lake Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on IL 97
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto North 7th Street
406 ft
·
18 sec
·
North 7th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Washington Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
East Washington Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 18.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
IL 29
Turn left onto IL 29
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
15.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue
Turn left onto IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
18.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
North 7th Street
Turn left onto North 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
18.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
East Washington Street
Turn left onto East Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.86 one way
$5.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.14 | $6.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.52 | $7.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Springfield, IL
Late night in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
28m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 28-minute route is a highway-focused drive, with 79% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. You will experience a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 14.5 miles while traveling along IL 29, which allows for a steady pace behind the wheel. The remainder of the trip transitions into local roads like Clear Lake Avenue and West Springfield Road as you approach your destination. Because the drive is short, you won't encounter the monotony of a long-haul interstate grind, but you should expect a functional, utilitarian road environment. It is a no-nonsense path designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing, keeping you moving steadily from start to finish.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.5 mi on IL 29.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 29 and Clear Lake Avenue. You will hit about 4 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near IL 29.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 18.3 miles you will encounter 4 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 1.4 miles (IL 29): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.9 miles (IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.1 miles (North 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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 28m. Total distance: 18.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.5 miles on IL 29. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (IL 29): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.9 miles (IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.1 miles (North 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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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