How far is Rochester, IL from Haynes, IL?
The driving distance from Rochester, IL to Haynes, IL is about 23.5 miles (37.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.3 miles (23 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rochester and Haynes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester and Haynes.
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Start on East Main Street
1203 ft · 37 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Walnut Street
21 m · 2 sec · South Walnut Street
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Turn right onto Illinois Avenue
3.5 mi · 5 min · Illinois Avenue
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Continue straight
2678 ft · 42 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North, I 72 East
2550 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
2494 ft · 33 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur
11.1 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Buffalo, Mechanicsburg
2019 ft · 41 sec
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Turn slight left onto Buffalo Mechanicsburg Road
1 km · 1 min · Buffalo Mechanicsburg Road
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Continue on South Main Street
2328 ft · 60 sec · South Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Elm Street
912 ft · 20 sec · Elm Street
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Continue on Old Route 36
5.6 mi · 8 min · Old Route 36
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Turn right
89 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto Borden Road
106 m · 15 sec · Borden Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Borden Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rochester and Haynes.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 72 East
Take the exit slight right toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur
11.1 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rochester and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Haynes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rochester to Haynes?
The road trip is about 23.5 miles (37.9 km) and usually takes 00h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Dawson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.7 miles from Rochester and 11.8 miles from Haynes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.3 miles (23 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.13 one way or $6.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rochester and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Haynes.
Stop Ideas Near Dawson
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rochester and Haynes. Straight-line distance: 14.27 mi (22.97 km).
#1 Rochester
Village in Sangamon County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 3,715 |
| Coordinates | 39.7494900, -89.5317600 |
| Altitude | 170 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Haynes
Haynes is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.8494900, -89.2964800 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
End: Haynes (-89.29648, 39.84949)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.53 | $7.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.86 | $7.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.40 | $8.80 |
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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