Blue Springs to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

135.5 miles 218 km · straight line
169.3 miles estimated 272.5 km · driving distance
3h 24min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Blue Springs from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Blue Springs to Springfield, Missouri is 135.5 miles (218 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located SSE of Blue Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 169.3 miles, taking about 3h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Blue Springs and Springfield, Missouri. 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 Springfield, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 24min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 5min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 14min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blue Springs & Springfield, Missouri

Quick Facts

Blue Springs
39.02°N, 94.28°W
America/Chicago
297m elevation
Springfield, Missouri
37.22°N, 93.30°W
America/Chicago
396m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 183.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients