How far is Dixon, IL from Springfield, IL?
The driving distance from Dixon, IL to Springfield, IL is about 161.4 miles (259.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 141 miles (226.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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.
Township in Woodford County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dixon and Springfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dixon and Springfield.
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Start on East 6th Street
86 m · 18 sec · East 6th Street
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Turn left onto South Galena Avenue
19.3 mi · 29 min · South Galena Avenue
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Continue on North Main Street
1 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
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Continue on 2050 East Street
7.3 mi · 11 min · 2050 East Street
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Continue on County Road 2010 East
1.4 mi · 2 min · County Road 2010 East
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Continue on North Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
1193 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 180 South: Hennepin
2141 ft · 52 sec
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Continue straight
8.7 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Peoria
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
32.6 mi · 39 min
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Continue on North Galena Road
7.3 mi · 11 min · North Galena Road
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Continue on Northeast Adams Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Northeast Adams Street
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Continue on Northeast Jefferson Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
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Take the ramp sharp left toward I 74 East, IL 29 South: Bloomington, Pekin
1039 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Murray Baker Bridge
7.3 mi · 9 min · Murray Baker Bridge
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Take the exit slight right toward I 155 South: Lincoln
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
31.8 mi · 34 min
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Merge slight left
28.7 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 97 West
2280 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Clear Lake Avenue
2.1 mi · 4 min · Clear Lake Avenue
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Continue on East Jefferson Street
2261 ft · 1 min · East Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto North 7th Street
124 m · 19 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 Dixon and Springfield.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Peoria
Continue straight
32.6 mi · 00h 39m
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 Dixon and Sunny near Springfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dixon to Springfield?
The road trip is about 161.4 miles (259.8 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Spring Bay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.7 miles from Dixon and 80.8 miles from Springfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 141 miles (226.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.4 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.49 one way or $42.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Dixon and Sunny near Springfield.
Stop Ideas Near Spring Bay
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Chillicothe City Hall
Peoria City Hall
Fulton @ City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Spring Bay.
Peoria, Illinois
Uptown Station
Kewanee
Princeton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dixon and Springfield. Straight-line distance: 141.02 mi (226.95 km).
#1 Dixon
City and county seat of Lee County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 14,927 |
| Coordinates | 41.8389200, -89.4795500 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| 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: 260 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $21.49 | $42.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.53 | $53.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.23 | $60.47 |
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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