Anderson, Indiana to Springfield, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.9 miles 413.4 km · straight line
321.1 miles estimated 516.8 km · driving distance
6h 28min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
195° SSW bearing direction

How far is Anderson, Indiana from Springfield, Tennessee?

The distance from Anderson, Indiana to Springfield, Tennessee is 256.9 miles (413.4 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Tennessee is located SSW of Anderson, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 321.1 miles, taking about 6h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, Indiana in Indiana and Springfield, Tennessee in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, Indiana and Springfield, Tennessee. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Anderson, Indiana to Springfield, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 28min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 46min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 9min $39–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, Indiana & Springfield, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Anderson, Indiana
40.11°N, 85.68°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
268m elevation
Springfield, Tennessee
36.51°N, 86.89°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients