Benton to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Benton from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Benton to Springfield, Illinois is 396.4 miles (637.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located NNE of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 475.7 miles, taking about 9h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton 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.