How far is Springfield, IL from Chatsworth, IL?
The driving distance from Springfield, IL to Chatsworth, IL is about 115.5 miles (185.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97 miles (156.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 40m 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 02h 20m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Township in McLean County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Chatsworth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Chatsworth.
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Start on East Washington Street
1206 ft · 42 sec · East Washington Street
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Turn left onto North 12th Street
1013 ft · 36 sec · North 12th Street
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Turn straight onto Clear Lake Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · Clear Lake Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Chicago
1533 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
29.2 mi · 32 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 North: Chicago
29.4 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
30.2 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 24: Chenoa, El Paso
2278 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto West Cemetery Avenue
1.5 mi · 4 min · West Cemetery Avenue
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Continue on East 3100 North Road
6.4 mi · 9 min · East 3100 North Road
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Continue on East 800 North Road
2.4 mi · 3 min · East 800 North Road
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Continue on West Oak Street
2.1 mi · 5 min · West Oak Street
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Continue on East 800 North Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · East 800 North Road
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Continue on East 820 North Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · East 820 North Road
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Continue on West Wabash Street
1.1 km · 2 min · West Wabash Street
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Continue on East 825 North Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · East 825 North Road
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Continue on East 830 North Road
2 mi · 3 min · East 830 North Road
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Continue on East 800 N Road
1346 ft · 24 sec · East 800 N Road
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Turn left onto West Walnut Street
1 mi · 3 min · West Walnut Street
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Turn left onto 4th Street
83 m · 12 sec · 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Chatsworth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
30.2 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Springfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Chatsworth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Chatsworth?
The road trip is about 115.5 miles (185.9 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Funks Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.7 miles from Springfield and 57.8 miles from Chatsworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97 miles (156.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 1:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.39 one way or $30.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Springfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Chatsworth.
Stop Ideas Near Funks Grove
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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Uptown Station
Lincoln
Peoria, Illinois
Pontiac station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Chatsworth. Straight-line distance: 96.96 mi (156.05 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Chatsworth
Township in Livingston County, Illinois
| Population | 1,104 |
| Coordinates | 40.7536500, -88.2919900 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chatsworth (-88.29199, 40.75365)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $15.39 | $30.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.35 | $34.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.99 | $37.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.64 | $43.28 |
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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