Origin
Nokomis, IL
Morning in Nokomis on Friday
Local time
7:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nokomis, 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 9m
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nokomis, IL
Mike Tyurin
Springfield, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 45.2-mile drive from Nokomis, IL, to Springfield, IL, is a straightforward 1-hour and 9-minute journey. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with a small portion on IL 29. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, making it an economical option. This route stays within the Midwest region, offering a familiar drive through Illinois farmland and smaller communities. Its turn-heavy nature means you'll be actively engaged with the road, so plan for a consistent pace.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (23%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this trip, with only 23% of the route on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 15.7 miles on West Springfield Road. You'll spend most of your time on local roads like West Springfield Road and North 1250 East Road, interspersed with a section of IL 29. This profile suggests a drive that requires attention to navigation and a steady pace as you transition between different road types and make numerous turns. It's less about open highway cruising and more about navigating through local landscapes.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Springfield Road is the longest continuous segment at about 15.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 17.6 miles in near West Spresser Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 9m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17.6 miles (West Spresser Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles (IL 29 / North Webster Street): Navigation decision point; at 42.8 miles (IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
17.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
West Spresser Street
At end of road, turn right onto West Spresser Street
Navigation decision point
3
17.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
IL 29 / North Webster Street
Turn left onto IL 29 / North Webster Street
Navigation decision point
4
42.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue
Turn left onto IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
45 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
North 7th Street
Turn left onto North 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
45 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
East Washington Street
Turn left onto East Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Springfield Road | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| IL 29 | 8.8 mi | 12m |
| North 1250 East Road | 8.2 mi | 14m |
| Taylorville Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| North 1300 East Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| South Shumway Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Clear Lake Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| County Highway 1 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
West Springfield Road
— 15.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nokomis, IL and Springfield, IL.
1
Start on South Spruce Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Spruce Street
2
Continue on Taylorville Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Taylorville Road
3
Continue on North 1300 East Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North 1300 East Road
4
Continue on North 1250 East Road
8.2 mi
·
14 min
·
North 1250 East Road
5
Continue on County Highway 1
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway 1
6
Continue on South Shumway Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Shumway Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto West Spresser Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Spresser Street
8
Turn left onto IL 29
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Webster Street
9
Continue on IL 29
16 mi
·
18 min
·
West Springfield Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on IL 29
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on IL 29
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on IL 29
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn straight onto IL 29
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
IL 29
14
Turn left onto IL 97
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Clear Lake Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on IL 97
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto North 7th Street
406 ft
·
18 sec
·
North 7th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Washington Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Arrive at destination
East Washington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Nokomis, IL · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 22.6 miles from Nokomis, 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
$7.07 one way
$14.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.76 | $15.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Morning in Springfield on Friday
Local time
7:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Edinburg, IL
23 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
5 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 9m 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 Nokomis, IL to Springfield, IL covers 45.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Springfield Road, IL 29, North 1250 East Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.6 miles from Nokomis, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.07 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 9m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.6 miles (West Spresser Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles (IL 29 / North Webster Street): Navigation decision point; at 42.8 miles (IL 97 / Clear Lake Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Nokomis, IL to Springfield, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument.
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. National park proximity is from the NPS API. 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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