Origin
Springfield, IL
Afternoon in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
2:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, IL to Warsaw, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 4m
Distance
126.8 mi
204 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 53m
★
6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
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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Warsaw, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Springfield, IL to Warsaw, IL covers 126.8 miles and takes about 3h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 9th Street, East Jefferson Street, East Jackson Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.82 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
63.4 miles from Springfield, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 126.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 4m drive with frequent turns across 126.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 9th 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 Springfield, IL to Warsaw, IL is easy. At 3h 4m 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 Springfield, IL to Warsaw, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 9th Street | — | — |
| East Jefferson Street | — | — |
| East Jackson Street | — | — |
| East Side Square | — | — |
| North Side Square | — | — |
| West Jackson Street | — | — |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | — | — |
| US 136 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North 9th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, IL and Warsaw, IL.
1
Start on East Washington Street
36 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Washington Street
2
Turn left onto North 9th Street
407 ft
·
19 sec
·
North 9th Street
3
Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
8.2 mi
·
14 min
·
East Jefferson Street
4
Continue straight
37 mi
·
53 min
5
Continue straight
35 mi
·
48 min
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Jackson Street
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East Jackson Street
7
Turn right onto East Side Square
144 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Side Square
8
Continue on North Side Square
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Side Square
9
Turn right onto West Jackson Street
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
West Jackson Street
10
Continue straight
7.8 mi
·
11 min
11
Turn right onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 136 West, IL 94 North: Carthage, Keokuk
14 mi
·
21 min
·
US 136 West, IL 94 North: Carthage, Keokuk
13
Turn left onto Warsaw Road
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Warsaw Road
14
Continue on County Highway 32
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
County Highway 32
15
Continue on North 6th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 6th Street
16
Turn right onto Main Street
49 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
17
Arrive at your destination
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 63.4 miles from Springfield, IL, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
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 28 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.4 miles or 1h 32m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warsaw, 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.
+
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 126.8 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.4 mi from Springfield, IL · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.4 miles from Springfield, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Warsaw, IL
The final approach into Warsaw, 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 Warsaw, 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
$19.82 one way
$39.65 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.77 | $43.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.40 | $48.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.00 | $55.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38 | 0 | $13.31 | $6.09 |
| Efficient EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.09 | $5.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.7 | 0 | $17.75 | $8.12 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Warsaw, IL
Afternoon in Warsaw on Thursday
Local time
2:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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 4m 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 Warsaw, IL covers 126.8 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 9th Street, East Jefferson Street, East Jackson Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.4 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 $19.82 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.
The drive from Springfield, IL to Warsaw, IL is easy. At 3h 4m 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 Springfield, IL to Warsaw, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Springfield, IL to Warsaw, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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