How far is Springfield, IL from Sidney, IL?
The driving distance from Springfield, IL to Sidney, IL is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m 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 02h 04m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Sidney.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Sidney.
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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 · 32 sec · County Road 18
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Turn left onto North Lincoln Street
539 ft · 11 sec · North Lincoln Street
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Continue on County Road 1600 East
1.4 km · 2 min · County Road 1600 East
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Turn right onto County Road 1000 North
4.2 mi · 7 min · County Road 1000 North
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Continue on West Main Street
2323 ft · 48 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South David Street
102 m · 15 sec · South David Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South David Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Sidney.
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 Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springfield and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sidney.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Sidney?
The road trip is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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 51.1 miles from Springfield and 51.3 miles from Sidney.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.6 miles (136.2 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 2:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.61 one way or $27.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Springfield and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sidney.
Stop Ideas Near Newburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Clinton City Hall
Warrensburg Village Hall
City of Decatur
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newburg.
Illinois Terminal
Lincoln
Uptown Station
Mattoon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Sidney. Straight-line distance: 84.64 mi (136.21 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 Sidney
Village in Champaign County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,172 |
| Coordinates | 40.0250300, -88.0733700 |
| Altitude | 200 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sidney (-88.07337, 40.02503)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 165 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $13.61 | $27.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.35 | $30.71 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.15 | $38.29 |
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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