How far is Springfield, IL from Rockford, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Springfield and Rockford is 173.01 miles (278.43 km).
Flight distance from Springfield, IL to Rockford, IL is 173.01 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Springfield to Rockford with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Springfield, Illinois to Rockford, Illinois is: 199.16 miles (320.51 km) by car.
Driving from Springfield to Rockford will take approximately 03 hours 07 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 Rockford
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the northwestern part of the state. Rockford is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Rockford Art Museum and the Burpee Museum of Natural History.
| Population | 144835 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°16'16"N 89°5'38"W |
| Latitude | 42.2711300 |
| Longitude | -89.0940000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Rockford: West State Street (-89.094046,42.271066)
Estimated Travel Time Between Springfield and Rockford
The distance between Springfield and Rockford is 321 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 33 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 Rockford. The current time is 10:24:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 50 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 29 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.6 liters (7.03 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Springfield and Rockford.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Springfield to Rockford is $25.35 (diesel $30.22).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $25.35 | $28.9 | $31.98 | $30.22 |
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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 Rockford (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
