How far is DeKalb, IL from Springfield, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between DeKalb and Springfield is 154.24 miles (248.23 km).
Flight distance from DeKalb, IL to Springfield, IL is 154.24 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 22 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 20 minutes to travel from DeKalb to Springfield with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from DeKalb, Illinois to Springfield, Illinois is: 183.52 miles (295.34 km) by car.
Driving from DeKalb to Springfield will take approximately 02 hours 52 minutes.
#1 DeKalb
The county seat of DeKalb County, Illinois. It is located in the northern part of the state. DeKalb is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the DeKalb Historical Society and the Northern Illinois University campus.
| Population | 42621 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°55'46"N 88°45'1"W |
| Latitude | 41.9294700 |
| Longitude | -88.7503600 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springfield
The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Capitol.
| Population | 113671 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°48'6"N 89°38'37"W |
| Latitude | 39.8017200 |
| Longitude | -89.6437100 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Springfield: East Washington Street (-89.643712,39.801639)
Estimated Travel Time Between DeKalb and Springfield
The distance between DeKalb and Springfield is 295 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 16 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between DeKalb and Springfield. The current time is 23:06:52.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 06 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 35 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 40 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 03 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 37 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 17 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 24.51 liters (6.48 gallon) of gas to cover the route between DeKalb and Springfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from DeKalb to Springfield is $23.36 (diesel $27.85).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $23.36 | $26.63 | $29.47 | $27.85 |
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The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between DeKalb and Springfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
