How far is Springfield, IL from La Harpe, IL?
The driving distance from Springfield, IL to La Harpe, IL is about 106.1 miles (170.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.4 miles (142.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 11m 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 35m.
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 Schuyler County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and La Harpe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and La Harpe.
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Start on East Washington Street
11 m · 7 sec · East Washington Street
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Turn left onto North 9th Street
124 m · 19 sec · North 9th Street
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Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
8.2 mi · 15 min · East Jefferson Street
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Continue straight
37.1 mi · 54 min
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Continue straight
35.2 mi · 49 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Jackson Street
2.8 mi · 4 min · East Jackson Street
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Turn right onto North Randolph Street
842 ft · 28 sec · North Randolph Street
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Turn left onto East Calhoun Street
46 m · 4 sec · East Calhoun Street
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Take the exit slight right
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Continue on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
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Turn left
16.3 mi · 25 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and La Harpe.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Jefferson Street
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37.1 mi · 00h 54m
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 Rain Showers Likely near La Harpe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to La Harpe?
The road trip is about 106.1 miles (170.8 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Rushville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53 miles from Springfield and 53.1 miles from La Harpe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.4 miles (142.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.7 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 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.14 one way or $28.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Springfield and Rain Showers Likely near La Harpe.
Stop Ideas Near Rushville
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 Rushville.
Macomb
Quincy
Springfield station
Fort Madison station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and La Harpe. Straight-line distance: 88.38 mi (142.24 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 La Harpe
City in Hancock County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,123 |
| Coordinates | 40.5833700, -90.9693100 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Harpe (-90.96931, 40.58337)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.14 | $28.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.95 | $31.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.45 | $34.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.89 | $39.78 |
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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