Austin, Texas to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Austin, Texas from Springfield, Illinois?
The distance from Austin, Texas to Springfield, Illinois is 801.6 miles (1290.1 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located NNE of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 920.6 miles, taking about 17h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 7min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Texas 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 Austin, Texas to Springfield, Illinois
Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Springfield, Illinois
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 267 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 67 hours
- You could travel this distance about 31.1 times to circle the Earth's equator