How far is Macon, IL from Springfield, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Macon and Springfield is 34.89 miles (56.16 km).
Flight distance from Macon, IL to Springfield, IL is 34.89 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Macon, Illinois to Springfield, Illinois is: 44.86 miles (72.19 km) by car.
Driving from Macon to Springfield will take approximately 00 hours 45 minutes.
#1 Macon
City in Illinois
| Population | 1102 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°42'46"N 88°59'49"W |
| Latitude | 39.7128200 |
| Longitude | -88.9970200 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| 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 Macon and Springfield
The distance between Macon and Springfield is 72 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 48 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 Macon and Springfield. The current time is 00:52:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.99 liters (1.58 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Macon and Springfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Macon to Springfield is $5.71 (diesel $6.81).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $5.71 | $6.51 | $7.2 | $6.81 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Macon and Springfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
