How far is Springfield, IL from Philo, IL?
The driving distance from Springfield, IL to Philo, IL is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80 miles (128.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 50m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 55m.
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.
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Philo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Philo.
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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
41.6 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 57 South: Memphis
2443 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Tolono, Monticello
1814 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Monticello Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Monticello Road
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Turn right
1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto County Road 900 North
4.7 mi · 8 min · County Road 900 North
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Continue on West Monroe Street
1261 ft · 25 sec · West Monroe Street
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Continue on County Road 18
1333 ft · 29 sec · County Road 18
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Turn right onto North Lincoln Street
1564 ft · 38 sec · North Lincoln Street
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Turn left onto Washington Street
934 ft · 41 sec · Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Philo.
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
41.6 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.
Mostly Clear leaving Springfield and Mostly Clear near Philo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Philo?
The road trip is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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?
Oreana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.5 miles from Springfield and 48.6 miles from Philo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80 miles (128.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 2:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.93 one way or $25.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Springfield and Mostly Clear near Philo.
Stop Ideas Near Oreana
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 Oreana.
Lincoln
Illinois Terminal
Uptown Station
Mattoon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Philo. Straight-line distance: 80.01 mi (128.76 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 Philo
City in Muskingum County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 1,378 |
| Coordinates | 40.0069800, -88.1581000 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: Philo (-88.1581, 40.00698)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.93 | $25.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.59 | $29.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.96 | $31.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.19 | $36.39 |
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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