Connecting Maryville to Springfield is a straightforward 83.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes. Because of the quick transit time, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the state capital with ease. You can expect to spend roughly $13 on fuel for the one-way trek. Since both cities are located within the Midwest, the drive maintains a consistent regional feel throughout. It is an efficient, highway-focused route that serves well for commuters or travelers looking for a no-fuss connection between these two Illinois points. You won't need an overnight stay to complete this trip, making it a flexible addition to your broader travel itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.6 miles from Maryville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
77 mi
1h 22m
I 55 Business
4.6 mi
10m
Maryville Road
0.5 mi
<1m
S Center Street
0.4 mi
<1m
South Center Street
0.3 mi
<1m
East Washington Street
0.2 mi
<1m
East Old State Capitol Plaza
<0.1 mi
<1m
East Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 77 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryville, IL and Springfield, IL.
1
Start on East Main Street
175 ft·15 sec·East Main Street
2
Turn left onto IL 159
0.3 mi·28 sec·South Center Street
3
Continue on IL 159
0.5 mi·42 sec·Maryville Road
4
Continue on IL 159
0.4 mi·33 sec·S Center Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·19 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
6
Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40
4.1 mi·4 min·I 55; I 70; US 40
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
73 mi·1 hr 18 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
8
Take the exit onto I 55 Business
0.7 mi·1 min·I 55 Business
Toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 Business
0.2 mi·16 sec·I 55 Business
Toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 Business
3.8 mi·8 min·I 55 Business
Toward I 55 Business North: SpringfieldUse the left / straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on East Old State Capitol Plaza
409 ft·15 sec·East Old State Capitol Plaza
12
Turn right onto East Washington Street
0.2 mi·37 sec·East Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
East Washington Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on I-55, as the highway is the primary artery for this entire 83.2-mile route. Because there are no mandatory stops built into the itinerary, you can easily power through the 1 hour and 36 minutes in one go. Keep your fuel budget of $13 in mind when planning your total travel expenses for the day. A smart tip for this specific route is to check traffic reports for the I-55 corridor before you head out, as this interstate is heavily utilized and can occasionally experience unexpected slowdowns.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.6 miles from Maryville, IL, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77 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 18 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.6 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
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 Maryville, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Maryville, IL
This is one driving day of about 83.2 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Maryville, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 77 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83 — 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|IL 159 / South Center Street
Turn left onto IL 159 / South Center Street
Navigation decision point
6
5.5 mi into trip|~7m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
5
79 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|I 55 Business
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 Business toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
7
79.1 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|I 55 Business
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 Business toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
7
83 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|East Washington Street
Turn right onto East Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.01 one way
$26.01 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.28
$28.56
premium
$4.89
$16.01
$32.02
diesel
$5.61
$18.37
$36.74
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25
0
$8.74
$3.99
Efficient EV
20.8
0
$7.28
$3.33
EV Truck/SUV
33.3
0
$11.65
$5.32
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Maryville, IL
Late night
in Maryville on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, IL
Late night
in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Litchfield, IL
42 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
20 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 36m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a high-speed experience, as 98% of this trip consists of highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-55, which accounts for a 77-mile uninterrupted stretch of the journey. The transition begins on local Maryville Road before you merge onto the interstate for the bulk of the transit. It is a classic Midwest highway grind that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding, scenic backroads. While the drive is largely monotonous, the consistency of the interstate makes for a predictable and reliable time behind the wheel.
98% 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: 77 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 55 Business. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 159 / South Center Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 83.2 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (IL 159 / South Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79 miles (I 55 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Maryville, IL to Springfield, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 83.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77 miles on I 55. 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: near the start (IL 159 / South Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79 miles (I 55 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, IL before heading back.
