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Trip from Randolph, IL to Springfield, IL

Drive Time

3h 10m

Distance

148 mi

238 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

40 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 59m ★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Springfield, IL, IL

Springfield, IL

Mike Tyurin

Trip Overview

The drive from Randolph, IL to Springfield, IL covers 148 miles and takes about 3h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 55, IL 159, South State Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 76.6 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.48 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

74 miles from Randolph, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 3h 10m highway drive covering 148 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and IL 159. The longest continuous stretch is about 76.6 miles on I 55.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 76.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and IL 159. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 52.2 miles in near IL 159 / North Illinois Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 52.2 miles (IL 159 / North Illinois Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 70.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 143.7 miles (I 55 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
52.2 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in | IL 159 / North Illinois Street

Enter roundabout onto IL 159 / North Illinois Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6
70.3 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in | I 55

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
5
143.7 mi into trip | ~3h in | I 55 Business

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 Business toward I 55 Business North: Springfield

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
7
143.9 mi into trip | ~3h in | I 55 Business

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 Business toward I 55 Business North: Springfield

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight / right lanes. Toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
7
147.8 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in | East Washington Street

Turn right onto East Washington Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Randolph, IL to Springfield, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.

Kansas City

70.3 mi in | ~1h 40m | via I 55

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 76.6 mi 1h 22m
IL 159 20.1 mi 30m
South State Street 17.7 mi 22m
North Illinois Street 9.8 mi 15m
Lehmen Drive 7.8 mi 8m
IL 150 5.6 mi 9m
I 55 Business 4.6 mi 10m
Vandalia Street 2.8 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 76.6 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Randolph, IL and Springfield, IL.

1

Start on Wine Hill Road

131 ft · 4 sec · Wine Hill Road
2

Turn left onto Chester Road

0.3 mi · 53 sec · Chester Road
3

Turn left onto IL 150

5.6 mi · 9 min · IL 150
4

Turn right onto IL 3

0.5 mi · 32 sec · East Holmes Street
5

Continue on IL 3

7.8 mi · 8 min · Lehmen Drive
6

Continue on IL 3

18 mi · 22 min · South State Street
7

Continue on IL 159

20 mi · 30 min · IL 159
8

Enter roundabout onto IL 159

177 ft · 4 sec · North Illinois Street
9

Continue on IL 159

9.8 mi · 15 min · North Illinois Street
10

Continue on IL 159

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Morrison Avenue
11

Continue on IL 159

2.8 mi · 4 min · Vandalia Street
12

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
13

Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40

3.8 mi · 4 min · I 55; I 70; US 40
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

73 mi · 1 hr 18 min · I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
15

Take the exit onto I 55 Business

0.7 mi · 1 min · I 55 Business
Toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 Business

0.2 mi · 16 sec · I 55 Business
Toward I 55 Business North: Springfield
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 Business

3.8 mi · 8 min · I 55 Business
Toward I 55 Business North: Springfield Use the left / straight / right lanes.
18

Continue on East Old State Capitol Plaza

409 ft · 15 sec · East Old State Capitol Plaza
19

Turn right onto East Washington Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · East Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Arrive at destination

East Washington Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74 miles from Randolph, IL, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.6 miles.

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 80 miles or 1h 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 74 miles or 1h 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 35m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Randolph, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Randolph, IL

This is one driving day of about 148 miles and 3h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Randolph, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 76.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 74 mi from Randolph, IL · 1h 44m into the drive

Downtown Belleville, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Belleville, IL

74 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.

Popular next leg

Belleville, IL to Springfield, IL

99.8 mi · 1h 45m

Pacing Suggestions

Bremen, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Edwardsville, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 74 miles from Randolph, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.6 miles.

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.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Springfield, IL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

National Monument

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...

0 mi from route Free near mile 148
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.48 one way

$44.96 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $24.78 $49.56
premium $4.80 $27.94 $55.88
diesel $5.64 $32.88 $65.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

40 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

County Market - Tesla Supercharger

Springfield, IL

Tesla

16 DCFC

Dierbergs - Tesla Supercharger

Shiloh, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

University Pointe I - Tesla Supercharger

Edwardsville, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Springfield, IL Rechargery Relay - S Dirksen Pkwy

Springfield, IL

IONNA

12 DCFC

Haymakers - Tesla Supercharger

Springfield, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Casey's General Store #2226 - Tesla Supercharger

Collinsville, IL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Springfield, IL

Springfield, IL

RIVIAN_ADVENTURE

8 DCFC

Legacy Pointe - Tesla Supercharger

Springfield, IL

Tesla

8 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 9 UNIVERSAL: 8 Tesla: 6 eVgo Network: 3 Electrify America: 3 CIRCLE_K: 2 EV Connect: 2 FORD_CHARGE: 2 FCN: 1 Blink Network: 1 Non-Networked: 1 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1 IONNA: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 44.4 0 $15.54 $7.10
Efficient EV 37 0 $12.95 $5.92
EV Truck/SUV 59.2 0 $20.72 $9.47

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

17 kg (67% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 20 minutes ago

Origin

Randolph, IL

Morning in Randolph on Monday

Local time

9:23 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Mostly Sunny

S 12 to 17 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

Springfield, IL

Morning in Springfield on Monday

Local time

9:23 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 14 to 17 mph 18% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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

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

3h 10m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Randolph, IL to Springfield, IL covers 148 miles and takes about 3h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, IL 159, South State Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74 miles from Randolph, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 52.2 miles (IL 159 / North Illinois Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 70.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 143.7 miles (I 55 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Randolph, IL to Springfield, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.

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