Origin
Camp Point, IL
Late night in Camp Point on Friday
Local time
12:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
82.6 mi
133 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camp Point, IL
Mac DeStroir
Springfield, IL
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Connecting Camp Point to Springfield, this 82.6-mile journey across the Illinois Midwest is a straightforward excursion that typically takes about 1 hour and 37 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations along the way. You should plan for a fuel budget of approximately $13 to cover the transit. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, the trip is efficient and moves you between these two points without unnecessary delays. It is a practical, no-frills route that focuses on getting you to your destination reliably.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.3 miles from Camp Point, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 82.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate via West Wood Street, West Outerbelt Drive, and County Road 1080 N, which require your full attention behind the wheel. Because this is a series of local roads, the journey lacks long, monotonous highway stretches, keeping you engaged with the changing turns of the Illinois landscape. The road's personality is defined by its rural connectivity, offering a more intimate look at the region than a major thoroughfare would provide.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Camp Point, IL to Springfield, IL is easy. At 1h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Camp Point, IL to Springfield, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Wood Street | — | — |
| West Outerbelt Drive | — | — |
| County Road 1080 N | — | — |
| Quincy Road | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| North 7th Street | — | — |
| East Washington Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Camp Point, IL and Springfield, IL.
Start on South Main Street
Turn right onto West Wood Street
Continue on West Outerbelt Drive
Continue on County Road 1080 N
Continue on Quincy Road
Continue on West Main Street
Turn right
Turn right
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Turn right onto North 7th Street
Turn left onto East Washington Street
Arrive at your destination
Given the 1 hour and 37 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though starting early allows you to beat potential local traffic. Since the entire route consists of local roads, keep a close eye on your navigation to ensure you remain on the correct path through the various turns. There are no official stops programmed into this 82.6-mile stretch, so make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Camp Point to stay within your $13 fuel estimate. Because the route is quite short, you can easily manage the drive in one go without needing to plan for significant rest breaks.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.3 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, IL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Camp Point, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Camp Point, IL
This is one driving day of about 82.6 miles and 1h 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.3 mi from Camp Point, IL · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 41.3 miles from Camp Point, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Springfield, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$12.91 one way
$25.83 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.18 | $28.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.90 | $31.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.24 | $36.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.23 | $3.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33 | 0 | $11.56 | $5.29 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Camp Point on Friday
Local time
12:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Springfield on Friday
Local time
12:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
74°F
Virginia, IL
41 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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