How far is Springfield, IL from Cobden, IL?
The driving distance from Springfield, IL to Cobden, IL is about 185.2 miles (298 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.3 miles (254.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 53m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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City in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Cobden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Cobden.
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Start on East Washington Street
816 ft · 27 sec · East Washington Street
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Turn right onto South 11th Street
3 mi · 7 min · South 11th Street
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Turn slight right
125 m · 20 sec
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Turn straight onto East Stevenson Drive
1981 ft · 48 sec · East Stevenson Drive
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Turn slight left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Take the ramp straight
108 m · 7 sec
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Keep slight left
1255 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
58.6 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 4: Staunton, Lebanon
1411 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left
26.6 mi · 39 min
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Turn left
1605 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
26.6 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 127
1964 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right
45.2 mi · 56 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
6.5 mi · 10 min · West Main Street
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Continue on West Walnut Street
2777 ft · 1 min · West Walnut Street
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Turn right onto South University Avenue
1695 ft · 24 sec · South University Avenue
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Continue on South Illinois Avenue
11.3 mi · 13 min · South Illinois Avenue
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Continue on 1615E
1.8 mi · 2 min · 1615E
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Turn right onto Bell Hill Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · Bell Hill Road
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Continue on East Poplar Street
2205 ft · 2 min · East Poplar Street
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Turn straight onto North Jefferson
113 m · 16 sec · North Jefferson
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Continue on South Jefferson Road
126 m · 20 sec · South Jefferson Road
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Turn right onto East Maple
120 m · 17 sec · East Maple
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Maple
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Cobden.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 55 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
58.6 mi · 01h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Springfield and Sunny near Cobden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Cobden?
The road trip is about 185.2 miles (298 km) and usually takes 03h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New Baden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.6 miles from Springfield and 92.5 miles from Cobden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.3 miles (254.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.62 one way or $49.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Springfield and Sunny near Cobden.
Stop Ideas Near New Baden
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Gateway Transportation Center
Centralia station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Cobden. Straight-line distance: 158.27 mi (254.71 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 Cobden
Village in Union County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,053 |
| Coordinates | 37.5314400, -89.2534200 |
| Altitude | 179 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cobden (-89.25342, 37.53144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $24.62 | $49.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.77 | $55.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.39 | $60.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.64 | $69.27 |
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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