How far is Springfield, IL from Crest Hill, IL?
The driving distance from Springfield, IL to Crest Hill, IL is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90.2 miles (145.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Macoupin County, 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 Crest Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Crest Hill.
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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
81.6 mi · 1 hr 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 255: Memphis, Interstate 270
1386 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 255 South: Memphis
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
7.4 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 15 East: Belleville
1767 ft · 43 sec
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Continue on New Missouri Avenue
2.4 mi · 3 min · New Missouri Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
815 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto Busch Boulevard
778 ft · 40 sec · Busch Boulevard
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Turn left onto Old Saint Louis Road
1 km · 1 min · Old Saint Louis Road
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Turn right onto Eiler Road
837 ft · 23 sec · Eiler Road
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Turn left onto Bernard Drive
1076 ft · 47 sec · Bernard Drive
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Continue on Bernard Drive
109 m · 19 sec · Bernard Drive
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Turn left onto Bethesda Drive
1175 ft · 53 sec · Bethesda Drive
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Turn right onto Belvedere Drive
693 ft · 30 sec · Belvedere Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Belvedere Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Crest Hill.
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 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
81.6 mi · 01h 28m
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 Chance Rain Showers near Crest Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Crest Hill?
The road trip is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Lake Ka-Ho is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.8 miles from Springfield and 49.7 miles from Crest Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.2 miles (145.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.24 one way or $26.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Springfield and Chance Rain Showers near Crest Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Ka-Ho
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Ka-Ho.
Carlinville
Alton
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Springfield station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Crest Hill. Straight-line distance: 90.25 mi (145.24 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 Crest Hill
City in Will County, Illinois
| Population | 20,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.5395000, -90.0770500 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: Crest Hill (-90.07705, 38.5395)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.24 | $26.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.93 | $29.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.34 | $32.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.62 | $37.23 |
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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