How far is Springfield, IL from Sullivan, IL?
The driving distance from Springfield, IL to Sullivan, IL is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.8 miles (91.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 46m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 23m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Sullivan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Sullivan.
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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
29.5 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
1656 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 51 South: Pana
3132 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion
1875 ft · 54 sec
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Turn slight left
34 m · 3 sec
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Turn left onto South Business Route 51
1771 ft · 39 sec · South Business Route 51
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Turn left onto West Elwin Road
4.2 mi · 6 min · West Elwin Road
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Continue on West Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South State Route 121
19.3 mi · 27 min · South State Route 121
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Turn right onto North Hamilton Street
534 ft · 16 sec · North Hamilton Street
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Turn left onto West Harrison Street
134 m · 19 sec · West Harrison Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Harrison Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Sullivan.
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
29.5 mi · 00h 32m
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 Sullivan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Sullivan?
The road trip is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Harristown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.2 miles from Springfield and 32.3 miles from Sullivan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.8 miles (91.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 3:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.60 one way or $17.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Springfield and Sunny near Sullivan.
Stop Ideas Near Harristown
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 Harristown.
Lincoln
Springfield station
Uptown Station
Mattoon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Sullivan. Straight-line distance: 56.81 mi (91.43 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 Sullivan
City in Illinois
| Population | 4,400 |
| Coordinates | 39.5994800, -88.6078400 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sullivan (-88.60784, 39.59948)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.60 | $17.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.70 | $19.39 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.09 | $24.19 |
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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