Origin
Havana, IL
Late night in Havana on Friday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Havana, IL to Springfield, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
47.7 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Havana, IL
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Springfield, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Havana to Springfield, Illinois, you are looking at a manageable 47.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $7 on fuel for the trip, making it a very budget-friendly excursion within the Midwest. Navigating the path involves a mix of local roads and highways, primarily utilizing East Dearborn Street, IL 97, and Old Salem Road. Because the total travel time is under an hour and a half, this drive offers a straightforward connection between these two Illinois towns without the need for extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 47.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied rather than monotonous. You will spend about 41% of your time on highways, though the character of the road shifts as you transition between local streets and regional thoroughfares. A significant portion of your travel includes a 24.8-mile stretch on East Dearborn Street, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of the drive. Expect a combination of standard highway transit and more localized driving conditions as you make your way toward Springfield. The road demands moderate focus as you shift from the initial local road segments onto the wider highway portions of IL 97 and Old Salem Road.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Dearborn Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Havana, IL to Springfield, IL is easy. At 1h 18m 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 Havana, IL to Springfield, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Dearborn Street | — | — |
| South 6th Street | — | — |
| Old Salem Road | — | — |
| North 7th Street | — | — |
| East Washington Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Dearborn Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Havana, IL and Springfield, IL.
1
Start on South Broadway Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broadway Street
2
Turn left onto East Dearborn Street
25 mi
·
40 min
·
East Dearborn Street
3
Continue on South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South 6th Street
4
Continue on Old Salem Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Salem Road
5
Continue straight
12 mi
·
17 min
6
At the end of the road, turn left
8.1 mi
·
13 min
7
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North 7th Street
8
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Washington Street
9
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.8 mi from Havana, IL · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 miles from Havana, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, IL
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.46 one way
$14.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.18 | $18.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Springfield, IL
Late night in Springfield on Friday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Petersburg, IL
24 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 18m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Havana, IL to Springfield, IL covers 47.7 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Dearborn Street, South 6th Street, Old Salem Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.8 miles from Havana, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Havana, IL to Springfield, IL is easy. At 1h 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Havana, IL to Springfield, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Havana, IL to Springfield, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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