How far is Des Plaines, IL from Springfield, IL?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Des Plaines and Springfield is 179.49 miles (288.87 km).

Flight distance from Des Plaines, IL to Springfield, IL is 179.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 22 minutes to travel from Des Plaines to Springfield with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Des Plaines, Illinois to Springfield, Illinois is: 203.23 miles (327.07 km) by car.

Driving from Des Plaines to Springfield will take approximately 03 hours 18 minutes.

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#1 Des Plaines

The most populous city in Cook County, Illinois. It is located on the Des Plaines River in northeastern Illinois. Des Plaines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Des Plaines History Center and the Des Plaines Theatre.

Population 58179
GPS Coordinates 42°2'0"N 87°53'0"W
Latitude 42.0333600
Longitude -87.8834000
Altitude 193
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Des Plaines and Springfield

The distance between Des Plaines and Springfield is 327 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 38 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 Des Plaines and Springfield. The current time is 01:58:22.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 06 hours 46 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 05 hours 04 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 04 hours 03 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 23 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 54 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 42 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 32 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 27.15 liters (7.17 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Plaines and Springfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Plaines to Springfield is $25.87 (diesel $30.84).

Illinois gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.61 $4.11 $4.55 $4.3
Total $25.87 $29.49 $32.64 $30.84

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

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 23, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Plaines and Springfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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