How far is Springfield, IL from Fithian, IL?

The driving distance from Springfield, IL to Fithian, IL is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 96.3 miles (154.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
106.76 mi
02h 01m
Flight
96.22 mi
154.85 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
96.22 mi
Kilometers
154.85 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
106.76 mi
Kilometers
171.81 km
Drive Time
02h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fithian
Fri, Nov 6, 6:55 PM CST
Return by in Springfield
Fri, Nov 6, 8:56 PM CST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springfield
2026-11-06T16:54
Arrive Fithian
Fri, Nov 6, 6:55 PM CST
Route Timing
02h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:01 AM to 12:01 PM CST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:28 PM CST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Springfield
9:30 PM CST
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Newburg
IL

Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States

From Springfield
53.3 mi
01h 00m
To Fithian
53.5 mi
01h 00m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
51°F
Today

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 11:00 AM CST
Wind
6 to 10 mph NNW
Destination
50°F
Today

Patchy Drizzle then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 8:00 AM CST
Wind
7 to 13 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Fithian.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Fithian.

  1. 1

    Start on East Washington Street

    1206 ft · 42 sec · East Washington Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North 12th Street

    1013 ft · 36 sec · North 12th Street

  3. 3

    Turn straight onto Clear Lake Avenue

    2.5 mi · 5 min · Clear Lake Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    36.5 mi · 39 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    41.9 mi · 45 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 57 North: Chicago

    1520 ft · 43 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    1.9 mi · 2 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East: Indianapolis

    2527 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    20.3 mi · 23 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward IL 49: Rankin, Fithian

    1686 ft · 41 sec

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto Road 200 East

    3199 ft · 1 min · Road 200 East

  12. 12

    Turn left onto County Road 1720 North

    1.5 mi · 2 min · County Road 1720 North

  13. 13

    Turn left onto South Main Street

    64 m · 12 sec · South Main Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto East North Sherman Street

    16 m · 2 sec · East North Sherman Street

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East North Sherman Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Fithian.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
15 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Clear Lake Avenue
80.9 mi · 76%
I 74 East
20.7 mi · 19%
I 57 North
2.19 mi · 2%
County Road 1720 North
1.53 mi · 1%
Road 200 East
0.61 mi · 1%
IL 49
0.32 mi
Longest Stretch

Clear Lake Avenue

Continue straight

41.9 mi · 00h 45m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 01m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.5 mi
96.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Newburg
01h 00m from Springfield
Leave By
2:28 PM CST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Springfield and Patchy Drizzle then Mostly Sunny near Fithian.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Fithian?

The road trip is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?

Newburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.3 miles from Springfield and 53.5 miles from Fithian.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 96.3 miles (154.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:28 PM CST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.37 one way or $34.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Springfield and Patchy Drizzle then Mostly Sunny near Fithian.

Stop Ideas Near Newburg

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Newburg and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 14.2 mi away

Clinton City Hall

Clinton , IL
118 W Washington St, Clinton, IL 61727
Historical landmark
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 9.5 mi away

Maroa City Hall

Maroa , IL
120 S Locust St # B, Maroa, IL 61756
Rating 4.0/5 1 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12.6 mi away

City of Decatur

Decatur , IL
2850 N Jasper St, Decatur, IL 62526
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews Corporate office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newburg.

RAIL

Illinois Terminal

50 mi away
45 East University Ave.
RAIL

Lincoln

51 mi away
Broadway and North Chicago Sts.
RAIL

Uptown Station

61 mi away
100 East Parkinson St.
RAIL

Mattoon station

66 mi away
1718 Broadway Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Fithian. Straight-line distance: 96.22 mi (154.85 km).

Springfield

#1 Springfield

The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County.

Population113,671
Coordinates39.8017200, -89.6437100
Altitude182
CountryUnited States
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#2 Fithian

Human settlement in Vermilion County, Illinois, United States of America

Population444
Coordinates40.1139200, -87.8730900
Altitude202
CountryUnited States
Start: Springfield (-89.64371, 39.80172)
End: Fithian (-87.87309, 40.11392)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 172 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 08m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 31m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.77 gal
14.26 L · about $17.37
Round trip
$34.74
7.54 gal · 28.52 L
Estimated CO2
33.5 kg one way
Round trip: 67 kg / 148 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.61 $17.37 $34.74
Mid-grade $5.24 $19.75 $39.51
Premium $5.79 $21.84 $43.69
Diesel $6.59 $24.85 $49.70

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Illinois · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Springfield and Fithian. The current time is 16:54:05.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.