How far is Springfield, IL from Roodhouse, IL?
The driving distance from Springfield, IL to Roodhouse, IL is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.5 miles (71.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m 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 01h 08m.
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.
City in Morgan County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Roodhouse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Roodhouse.
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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 right to continue on I 72 West: Jacksonville
2042 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
36.5 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 67 South: Alton
1828 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto United States Route 67
12.3 mi · 14 min · United States Route 67
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Continue on 1440 E
2.3 mi · 3 min · 1440 E
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Continue on North State Street
1.1 km · 52 sec · North State Street
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Turn left onto West Palm Street
146 m · 15 sec · West Palm Street
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Turn right onto Worcester Street
21 m · 3 sec · Worcester Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Worcester Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Roodhouse.
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 72 West
Merge slight left
36.5 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny leaving Springfield and Sunny near Roodhouse.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Roodhouse?
The road trip is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Jacksonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.5 miles from Springfield and 28.5 miles from Roodhouse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.5 miles (71.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.58 one way or $15.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny around Springfield and Sunny near Roodhouse.
Stop Ideas Near Jacksonville
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 Jacksonville.
Springfield station
Carlinville
Lincoln
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Roodhouse. Straight-line distance: 44.52 mi (71.64 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 Roodhouse
City in Greene County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,646 |
| Coordinates | 39.4839400, -90.3715100 |
| Altitude | 200 |
| Country | United States |
End: Roodhouse (-90.37151, 39.48394)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.58 | $15.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.35 | $18.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
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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