How far is Springfield, IL from Evanston, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Springfield and Evanston is 185.31 miles (298.23 km).
Flight distance from Springfield, IL to Evanston, IL is 185.31 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 25 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 23 minutes to travel from Springfield to Evanston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Springfield, Illinois to Evanston, Illinois is: 213.02 miles (342.83 km) by car.
Driving from Springfield to Evanston will take approximately 03 hours 36 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 Evanston
A city in Cook County, Illinois. It is located on the north shore of Lake Michigan in northeastern Illinois. Evanston is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Northwestern University campus and the Evanston Public Library.
| Population | 72683 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'28"N 87°41'24"W |
| Latitude | 42.0411400 |
| Longitude | -87.6900600 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Evanston: (-87.689971,42.041051)
Estimated Travel Time Between Springfield and Evanston
The distance between Springfield and Evanston is 343 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 48 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 Evanston. The current time is 10:12:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 05 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 50 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 28.45 liters (7.52 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Springfield and Evanston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Springfield to Evanston is $27.11 (diesel $32.32).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $27.11 | $30.91 | $34.21 | $32.32 |
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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 Springfield and Evanston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
