Bloomington, Illinois to Branson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Branson?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Branson is 349.9 miles (563.1 km) as the crow flies. Branson is located SW of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 419.9 miles, taking about 8h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Illinois in Illinois and Branson in Missouri.

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 Bloomington, Illinois and Branson. 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.