Origin
Pittsfield, IL
Late night in Pittsfield on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pittsfield, 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
1h 26m
Distance
69.8 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pittsfield, IL
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Springfield, IL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Pittsfield to Springfield is a straightforward 76.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route functions perfectly as a simple day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for the one-way trip. You will navigate through the heart of the Midwest, transitioning from the smaller community of Pittsfield into the state capital. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that connects two distinct Illinois hubs without any required stops along the way.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 72 | 55.8 mi | 59m |
| North Jackson Street | 5 mi | 7m |
| Wabash Avenue | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| West Washington Street | 2.3 mi | 6m |
| Veterans Parkway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Monroe Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Old Route 54 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Chatham Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 72
— 55.8 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsfield, IL and Springfield, IL.
1
Start on East Adams Street
267 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Adams Street
2
Turn right onto North Madison Street
213 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Madison Street
3
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
4
Turn left onto US 54
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
North Jackson Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Springfield
6
Merge onto I 72; US 36
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 72; US 36
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Springfield, Loami
8
Turn left onto Old Route 54
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Old Route 54
9
Continue on Wabash Avenue
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Wabash Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto IL 4
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Parkway
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
12
Turn straight onto West Monroe Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Monroe Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto Chatham Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Chatham Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto West Washington Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
At end of road, turn left onto North Lewis Street
83 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Lewis Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto West Washington Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
East Washington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.9 miles from Pittsfield, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 68.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Madison Street
Turn right onto North Madison Street
Navigation decision point
6
5.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Springfield
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Springfield
6
67.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
West Washington Street
Turn right onto West Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
68.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
North Lewis Street
At end of road, turn left onto North Lewis Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
68.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
West Washington Street
Turn right onto West Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.91 one way
$21.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.98 | $23.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.43 | $26.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.41 | $30.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.33 | $3.35 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.11 | $2.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.77 | $4.47 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
4:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
New Berlin, IL
35 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
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
1h 26m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate out of Pittsfield via North Madison Street and North Jackson Street. The route transitions into I-72 East, shifting the pace as you move toward Springfield. While the highway share is 0% in terms of a dedicated interstate-only experience, the mix of local roads provides a varied driving environment. You should remain attentive through the initial turns before settling into the steadier portions of the journey. This combination of local maneuvering and regional highway travel creates an engaging, active experience behind the wheel.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.8 mi on I 72.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 72 and North Jackson Street. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Madison Street.
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 69.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.1 miles (North Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.5 miles (West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Pittsfield, IL to Springfield, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Loami along the way.
Loami
61.3 mi in
|
~1h 9m
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 1h 26m. Total distance: 69.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.8 miles on I 72. 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 0.1 miles (North Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.5 miles (West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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