How far is Rockford, IL from Springfield, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rockford and Springfield is 173.01 miles (278.43 km).
Flight distance from Rockford, IL to Springfield, IL is 173.01 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Rockford to Springfield with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rockford, Illinois to Springfield, Illinois is: 198.28 miles (319.1 km) by car.
Driving from Rockford to Springfield will take approximately 03 hours 08 minutes.
#1 Rockford
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the northwestern part of the state. Rockford is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Rockford Art Museum and the Burpee Museum of Natural History.
| Population | 144835 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°16'16"N 89°5'38"W |
| Latitude | 42.2711300 |
| Longitude | -89.0940000 |
| 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 Rockford and Springfield
The distance between Rockford and Springfield is 319 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 32 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 Rockford and Springfield. The current time is 18:21:58.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 57 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 57 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 49 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 38 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 28 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.49 liters (7 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rockford and Springfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rockford to Springfield is $25.24 (diesel $30.09).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $25.24 | $28.77 | $31.84 | $30.09 |
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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 Rockford and Springfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
