How far is Bushnell, IL from Springfield, IL?
The driving distance from Bushnell, IL to Springfield, IL is about 85.1 miles (137 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69 miles (111.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Mason County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bushnell and Springfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bushnell and Springfield.
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Start on North Crafford Street
14 m · 4 sec · North Crafford Street
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Turn right onto East Gridley Street
1262 ft · 58 sec · East Gridley Street
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Turn right onto Cole Street
1759 ft · 35 sec · Cole Street
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Continue on North Green Street
564 ft · 11 sec · North Green Street
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Continue on East 2100th Street
15 mi · 24 min · East 2100th Street
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Continue straight
12.8 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
2.3 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
9.6 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
22.3 mi · 36 min
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Continue on South 6th Street
734 ft · 21 sec · South 6th Street
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Continue on Old Salem Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Old Salem Road
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Continue straight
11.6 mi · 17 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
8.1 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto North 7th Street
821 ft · 33 sec · North 7th Street
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Turn left onto East Washington Street
768 ft · 24 sec · East Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bushnell and Springfield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East 2100th Street
Continue straight
22.3 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bushnell and Mostly Cloudy near Springfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bushnell to Springfield?
The road trip is about 85.1 miles (137 km) and usually takes 01h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Havana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.5 miles from Bushnell and 42.6 miles from Springfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69 miles (111.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.31 one way or $22.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bushnell and Mostly Cloudy near Springfield.
Stop Ideas Near Havana
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Waterford Town Hall
Havana Town Hall Supervisor
Havana Water Works Clerk
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Havana.
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Springfield station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bushnell and Springfield. Straight-line distance: 69.04 mi (111.11 km).
#1 Bushnell
Town in Florida, United States
| Population | 2,825 |
| Coordinates | 40.5528200, -90.5062400 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springfield
The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County.
| Population | 113,671 |
| Coordinates | 39.8017200, -89.6437100 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Washington Street (-89.643712, 39.801639)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 137 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $11.31 | $22.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.96 | $27.92 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.91 | $31.82 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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