Origin
Springfield, IL
Evening in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, IL to La Harpe, IL
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
106.1 mi
171 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
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6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, IL
Mike Tyurin
La Harpe, IL
Johanna M Jaramillo
Trip Overview
The drive from Springfield, IL to La Harpe, IL covers 106.1 miles and takes about 2h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 67, IL 125, IL 9 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.1 miles on US 67. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.12 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
53.1 miles from Springfield, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 35m highway drive covering 106.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 67 and IL 125. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.1 miles on US 67.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 67 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 67 and IL 125. 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.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Springfield, IL to La Harpe, IL is easy. At 2h 35m with 89% 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 80.6 miles (US 67; US 136 / East Jackson Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 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
80.6 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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US 67; US 136 / East Jackson Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 67; US 136 / East Jackson Street
Navigation decision point
4
83.4 mi into trip
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~2h 1m in
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North Randolph Street
Turn right onto North Randolph Street
Navigation decision point
5
83.6 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
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US 67; US 136 / East Calhoun Street
Turn left onto US 67; US 136 / East Calhoun Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 67 | 38.1 mi | 53m |
| IL 125 | 37.1 mi | 53m |
| IL 9 | 16.3 mi | 25m |
| East Jefferson Street | 8.2 mi | 14m |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| East Jackson Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| North Randolph Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 9th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 67
— 38.1 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, IL and La Harpe, IL.
1
Start on East Washington Street
35 ft
·
6 sec
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East Washington Street
2
Turn left onto I 55 Business
407 ft
·
19 sec
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North 9th Street
3
Turn left onto IL 97
8.2 mi
·
14 min
·
East Jefferson Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on IL 125
37 mi
·
53 min
·
IL 125
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on US 67; IL 100
35 mi
·
48 min
·
US 67; IL 100
Use the left / none lanes.
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 67; US 136
2.8 mi
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4 min
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East Jackson Street
7
Turn right onto North Randolph Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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North Randolph Street
8
Turn left onto US 67; US 136
150 ft
·
4 sec
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East Calhoun Street
9
Take the exit onto US 67; US 136
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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US 67; US 136
10
Continue on US 67; IL 110
3.3 mi
·
4 min
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Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
11
Turn left onto IL 9
16 mi
·
25 min
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IL 9
12
Arrive at destination
IL 9
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 53.1 miles from Springfield, IL, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.1 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 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.1 miles or 1h 19m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Harpe, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, 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 Springfield, IL
This is one driving day of about 106.1 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springfield, 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 US 67 for about 38.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.1 mi from Springfield, IL · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.1 miles from Springfield, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in La Harpe, IL
The final approach into La Harpe, 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 La Harpe, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.12 one way
$32.23 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.77 | $35.53 |
| premium | $4.80 | $20.03 | $40.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.57 | $47.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.14 | $5.09 |
| Efficient EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.28 | $4.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.85 | $6.79 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
La Harpe, IL
Evening in La Harpe on Sunday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
55°F
Peoria, IL
53 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
10 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
2h 35m 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 La Harpe, IL covers 106.1 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 67, IL 125, IL 9. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.1 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 $16.12 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Springfield, IL to La Harpe, IL is easy. At 2h 35m with 89% 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 80.6 miles (US 67; US 136 / East Jackson Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Springfield, IL to La Harpe, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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