How far is Des Plaines, IL from Springfield, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Plaines and Springfield is 179.49 miles (288.87 km).
Flight distance from Des Plaines, IL to Springfield, IL is 179.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 22 minutes to travel from Des Plaines to Springfield with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Plaines, Illinois to Springfield, Illinois is: 203.23 miles (327.07 km) by car.
Driving from Des Plaines to Springfield will take approximately 03 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Des Plaines
The most populous city in Cook County, Illinois. It is located on the Des Plaines River in northeastern Illinois. Des Plaines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Des Plaines History Center and the Des Plaines Theatre.
| Population | 58179 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'0"N 87°53'0"W |
| Latitude | 42.0333600 |
| Longitude | -87.8834000 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springfield
The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Capitol.
| Population | 113671 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°48'6"N 89°38'37"W |
| Latitude | 39.8017200 |
| Longitude | -89.6437100 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Springfield: East Washington Street (-89.643712,39.801639)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Plaines and Springfield
The distance between Des Plaines and Springfield is 327 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 38 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Des Plaines and Springfield. The current time is 03:13:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 46 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 04 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 03 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 23 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 54 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 42 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 32 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 27.15 liters (7.17 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Plaines and Springfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Plaines to Springfield is $25.87 (diesel $30.84).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $25.87 | $29.49 | $32.64 | $30.84 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Plaines and Springfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
