Appleton to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Appleton from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Appleton to Springfield, Illinois is 314.5 miles (506.2 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located SSW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377.4 miles, taking about 7h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Springfield, Illinois in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Appleton and Springfield, Illinois. 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.