Origin
Springfield, IL
Night in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
10:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, IL to Cuba, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
66.6 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, IL
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Cuba, IL
Jo Kassis
Trip Overview
The drive from Springfield, IL to Cuba, IL covers 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on IL 97, East Jefferson Street, IL 78 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.5 miles on IL 97. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.41 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.
Midpoint
33.3 miles from Springfield, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 66.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 49m highway drive covering 66.6 miles, with most of the trip on IL 97 and East Jefferson Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 46.5 miles on IL 97.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 97 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 97 and East Jefferson Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 55 Business / North 9th Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, IL to Cuba, IL is easy. At 1h 49m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 55 Business / North 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IL 97 / East Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (US 24; IL 97): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 55 Business / North 9th Street
Turn left onto I 55 Business / North 9th Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 97 / East Jefferson Street
Turn left onto IL 97 / East Jefferson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
55.2 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
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US 24; IL 97
Turn left onto US 24; IL 97
Navigation decision point
4
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
IL 97; IL 100 / North Main Street
Turn right onto IL 97; IL 100 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
66.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
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IL 97 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto IL 97 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 97 | 46.5 mi | 1h 15m |
| East Jefferson Street | 8.1 mi | 14m |
| IL 78 | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| US 24 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North 9th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 97
— 46.5 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, IL and Cuba, IL.
1
Start on East Washington Street
35 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Washington Street
2
Turn left onto I 55 Business
407 ft
·
19 sec
·
North 9th Street
3
Turn left onto IL 97
8.1 mi
·
14 min
·
East Jefferson Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on IL 97
12 mi
·
17 min
·
IL 97
5
Continue on IL 97; IL 123
29 mi
·
46 min
·
IL 97; IL 123
6
Turn slight right onto IL 78; IL 97
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
IL 78; IL 97
7
Turn left onto US 24; IL 97
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 24; IL 97
8
Turn right onto IL 97; IL 100
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
9
Turn slight left onto IL 97
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
IL 97
10
At end of road, turn left onto IL 97
136 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
IL 97
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.3 miles from Springfield, IL, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.5 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 15 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.3 miles or 53m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cuba, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Springfield, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Springfield, IL
This is one driving day of about 66.6 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Springfield, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IL 97 for about 46.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from Springfield, IL · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Springfield, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cuba, IL
The final approach into Cuba, 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
$10.41 one way
$20.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.43 | $22.86 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.82 | $25.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Cuba, IL
Night in Cuba on Thursday
Local time
10:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Petersburg, IL
33 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 49m 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 Springfield, IL to Cuba, IL covers 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 97, East Jefferson Street, IL 78. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.3 miles from Springfield, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.41 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 Springfield, IL to Cuba, IL is easy. At 1h 49m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 55 Business / North 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IL 97 / East Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (US 24; IL 97): Navigation decision point.
The route from Springfield, IL to Cuba, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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