How far is Springfield, IL from Paxton, IL?
The driving distance from Springfield, IL to Paxton, IL is about 108.8 miles (175.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.6 miles (150.6 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 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 01m.
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.
Village in Piatt County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Paxton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Paxton.
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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
2.5 mi · 5 min · Clear Lake Avenue
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Continue straight
36.5 mi · 39 min
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Continue straight
41.9 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 57 North: Chicago
1520 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
25.7 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 9: Paxton, Gibson City
1932 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Ottawa Road
2640 ft · 45 sec · Ottawa Road
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Continue on South Market Street
985 ft · 18 sec · South Market Street
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Turn right onto East Patton Street
133 m · 13 sec · East Patton Street
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Turn left onto South Railroad Avenue
1304 ft · 24 sec · South Railroad Avenue
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Turn right onto East Pells Street
53 m · 5 sec · East Pells Street
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Turn right
5 m · 1 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Paxton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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.
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.
Sunny leaving Springfield and Sunny near Paxton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Paxton?
The road trip is about 108.8 miles (175.1 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?
Cisco is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.3 miles from Springfield and 54.4 miles from Paxton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.6 miles (150.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.2 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 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.48 one way or $28.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Springfield and Sunny near Paxton.
Stop Ideas Near Cisco
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cisco.
Illinois Terminal
Lincoln
Uptown Station
Rantoul
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Paxton. Straight-line distance: 93.6 mi (150.63 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 Paxton
City in Ford County, Illinois
| Population | 4,117 |
| Coordinates | 40.4603100, -88.0953200 |
| Altitude | 241 |
| Country | United States |
End: Paxton (-88.09532, 40.46031)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.48 | $28.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.33 | $32.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.87 | $35.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.37 | $40.73 |
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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