How far is Springfield, IL from Des Plaines, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Springfield and Des Plaines is 179.49 miles (288.87 km).
Flight distance from Springfield, IL to Des Plaines, IL is 179.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 22 minutes to travel from Springfield to Des Plaines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Springfield, Illinois to Des Plaines, Illinois is: 204.02 miles (328.35 km) by car.
Driving from Springfield to Des Plaines will take approximately 03 hours 16 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Des Plaines: Henry Avenue (-87.883408,42.033456)
Estimated Travel Time Between Springfield and Des Plaines
The distance between Springfield and Des Plaines is 328 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 Springfield and Des Plaines. The current time is 06:02:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 47 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 06 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 04 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 24 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 54 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 43 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 27.25 liters (7.2 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Springfield and Des Plaines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Springfield to Des Plaines is $25.97 (diesel $30.96).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $25.97 | $29.6 | $32.76 | $30.96 |
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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 November 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Springfield and Des Plaines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
