Origin
Havana, IL
Afternoon in Havana on Sunday
Local time
12:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Havana, IL to Springfield, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
47.7 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Havana, IL
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Springfield, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Havana to Springfield, Illinois, you are looking at a manageable 47.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $7 on fuel for the trip, making it a very budget-friendly excursion within the Midwest. Navigating the path involves a mix of local roads and highways, primarily utilizing East Dearborn Street, IL 97, and Old Salem Road. Because the total travel time is under an hour and a half, this drive offers a straightforward connection between these two Illinois towns without the need for extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Dearborn Street | 24.8 mi | 40m |
| IL 97 | 19.7 mi | 30m |
| Old Salem Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| South Broadway Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Washington Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 6th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Dearborn Street
— 24.8 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Havana, IL and Springfield, IL.
1
Start on South Broadway Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broadway Street
2
Turn left onto US 136; IL 97
25 mi
·
40 min
·
East Dearborn Street
3
Continue on IL 97; IL 123
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South 6th Street
4
Continue on IL 97; IL 123
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Salem Road
5
Continue on IL 97; IL 123
12 mi
·
17 min
·
IL 97; IL 123
6
At end of road, turn left onto IL 97
8.1 mi
·
13 min
·
IL 97
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
North 7th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Washington Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Arrive at destination
East Washington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 miles from Havana, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 47.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 136; IL 97 / East Dearborn Street
Turn left onto US 136; IL 97 / East Dearborn Street
Navigation decision point
7
39.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
IL 97
At end of road, turn left onto IL 97
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
47.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
North 7th Street
Turn right onto North 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
47.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
East Washington Street
Turn left onto East Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.46 one way
$14.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.18 | $18.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
12:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Petersburg, IL
24 mi in
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
4 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
1h 18m 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 trip features a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied rather than monotonous. You will spend about 41% of your time on highways, though the character of the road shifts as you transition between local streets and regional thoroughfares. A significant portion of your travel includes a 24.8-mile stretch on East Dearborn Street, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of the drive. Expect a combination of standard highway transit and more localized driving conditions as you make your way toward Springfield. The road demands moderate focus as you shift from the initial local road segments onto the wider highway portions of IL 97 and Old Salem Road.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.8 mi on East Dearborn Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 136; IL 97 / East Dearborn Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Havana, IL to Springfield, IL is easy. At 1h 18m with 41% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 136; IL 97 / East Dearborn Street): Navigation decision point; at 39.3 miles (IL 97): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.4 miles (North 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Springfield, IL
Full guide →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.
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 1h 18m. Total distance: 47.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.8 miles on East Dearborn Street. 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 0.4 miles (US 136; IL 97 / East Dearborn Street): Navigation decision point; at 39.3 miles (IL 97): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.4 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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