Blue Springs to Jacksonville, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

222 miles 357.3 km · straight line
277.5 miles estimated 446.6 km · driving distance
5h 35min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Blue Springs from Jacksonville, Illinois?

The distance from Blue Springs to Jacksonville, Illinois is 222 miles (357.3 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, Illinois is located ENE of Blue Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 277.5 miles, taking about 5h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Blue Springs in Missouri and Jacksonville, Illinois in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Blue Springs and Jacksonville, 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.

How to Get from Blue Springs to Jacksonville, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 35min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 42min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 18min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blue Springs & Jacksonville, Illinois

Quick Facts

Blue Springs
39.02°N, 94.28°W
America/Chicago
297m elevation
Jacksonville, Illinois
39.73°N, 90.23°W
America/Chicago
186m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients