How far is Minier, IL from Springfield, IL?

The driving distance from Minier, IL to Springfield, IL is about 59.1 miles (95.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 47 miles (75.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
59.06 mi
01h 00m
Flight
47.03 mi
75.68 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
47.03 mi
Kilometers
75.68 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
59.06 mi
Kilometers
95.05 km
Drive Time
01h 00m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Springfield
Wed, Apr 22, 10:49 PM CDT
Return by in Minier
Wed, Apr 22, 11:49 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Minier
2026-04-22T21:48
Arrive Springfield
Wed, Apr 22, 10:49 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:01 AM to 11:01 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:28 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Minier
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Lincoln
IL

City in Illinois, United States

From Minier
29.5 mi
00h 30m
To Springfield
29.6 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 mph SW
Destination
77°F
Wednesday

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Minier and Springfield.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Minier and Springfield.

  1. 1

    Start on East Central Street

    21 m · 10 sec · East Central Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Minier Avenue

    2506 ft · 1 min · South Minier Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto West Stringtown Road

    4.8 mi · 7 min · West Stringtown Road

  4. 4

    Turn straight

    3 mi · 5 min

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left

    18.7 mi · 20 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    28.7 mi · 31 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward IL 97 West

    2280 ft · 43 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Clear Lake Avenue

    2.1 mi · 4 min · Clear Lake Avenue

  9. 9

    Continue on East Jefferson Street

    2261 ft · 1 min · East Jefferson Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto North 7th Street

    124 m · 19 sec · North 7th Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto East Washington Street

    768 ft · 24 sec · East Washington Street

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Washington Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Minier and Springfield.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Stringtown Road
52.2 mi · 88%
Clear Lake Avenue
2.12 mi · 4%
South Minier Avenue
0.47 mi · 1%
IL 97 West
0.43 mi · 1%
East Jefferson Street
0.43 mi · 1%
East Washington Street
0.15 mi
Longest Stretch

West Stringtown Road

Merge slight left

28.7 mi · 00h 31m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.1 mi
47 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lincoln
00h 30m from Minier
Leave By
4:28 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Minier and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Springfield.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Minier to Springfield?

The road trip is about 59.1 miles (95.1 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?

Lincoln is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.5 miles from Minier and 29.6 miles from Springfield.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 47 miles (75.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 4:28 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.84 one way or $15.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Minier and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Springfield.

Stop Ideas Near Lincoln

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Lincoln and the surrounding midpoint area.
Route 66 Original Alignment- Driveable!
Scenic stop 13.6 mi away

Route 66 Original Alignment- Driveable!

Atlanta , IL
865 SW Arch St, Atlanta, IL 61723, United States
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Tourist attraction
City of Lincoln
Meeting point 3.1 mi away

City of Lincoln

Lincoln , IL
700 Broadway St, Lincoln, IL 62656
Rating 3.8/5 4 reviews City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lincoln.

RAIL

Lincoln

Broadway and North Chicago Sts.
RAIL

Springfield station

46 mi away
East Washington and North Third Sts.
RAIL

Uptown Station

51 mi away
100 East Parkinson St.
BUS

Peoria, Illinois

64 mi away
6100 West Everett M. Dirksen Parkway

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Minier and Springfield. Straight-line distance: 47.03 mi (75.68 km).

Minier

#1 Minier

City in Tazewell County, Illinois, United States of America

Population1,180
Coordinates40.4336500, -89.3131500
Altitude194
CountryUnited States
Springfield

#2 Springfield

The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County.

Population113,671
Coordinates39.8017200, -89.6437100
Altitude182
CountryUnited States
Start: East Central Street (-89.31315, 40.433641)
End: East Washington Street (-89.643712, 39.801639)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 95 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 28m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 10m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 50m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.08 gal
7.89 L · about $7.84
Round trip
$15.69
4.16 gal · 15.78 L
Estimated CO2
18.5 kg one way
Round trip: 37 kg / 82 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $7.84 $15.69
Mid-grade $4.25 $8.85 $17.69
Premium $4.65 $9.68 $19.36
Diesel $5.30 $11.03 $22.06

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Illinois · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Minier and Springfield. The current time is 21:48:20.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.