Atlanta to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Atlanta from Springfield, Illinois?
The distance from Atlanta to Springfield, Illinois is 509.2 miles (819.4 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located NNW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 605.3 miles, taking about 11h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Springfield, Illinois in Illinois.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Atlanta and Springfield, Illinois. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Atlanta to Springfield, Illinois
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 170 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
- You could travel this distance about 48.9 times to circle the Earth's equator