How far is Metamora, IL from Springfield, IL?
The driving distance from Metamora, IL to Springfield, IL is about 81 miles (130.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Metamora and Springfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metamora and Springfield.
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Start on North Niles Street
9 m · 5 sec · North Niles Street
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Turn right onto East Mount Vernon Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Mount Vernon Street
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Turn left onto South Douglas Street
1183 ft · 22 sec · South Douglas Street
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Continue on Douglas Road
2.9 mi · 4 min · Douglas Road
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Continue on North Main Street
3.2 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Main Street
20 m · 3 sec · South Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
3 mi · 5 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Washington Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Washington Road
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Turn right onto Harding Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Harding Road
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Continue on Harding Road
2451 ft · 58 sec · Harding Road
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Turn left onto North Main Street
2.9 mi · 7 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp straight
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
29.2 mi · 31 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 Metamora and Springfield.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North Main Street
Merge slight left
29.2 mi · 00h 31m
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 Metamora and Sunny near Springfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Metamora to Springfield?
The road trip is about 81 miles (130.3 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Hartsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.9 miles from Metamora and 41 miles from Springfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.79 one way or $21.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Metamora and Sunny near Springfield.
Stop Ideas Near Hartsburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Springfield station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Metamora and Springfield. Straight-line distance: 69.94 mi (112.55 km).
#1 Metamora
Village in Woodford County, Illinois
| Population | 3,648 |
| Coordinates | 40.7905900, -89.3606400 |
| Altitude | 249 |
| 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: 130 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.79 | $21.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.16 | $24.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.31 | $26.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
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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