Buffalo, New York to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Buffalo, New York from Springfield, Illinois?
The distance from Buffalo, New York to Springfield, Illinois is 597.1 miles (961 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located WSW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 716.6 miles, taking about 14h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York 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. 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 Buffalo, New York 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.
How to Get from Buffalo, New York to Springfield, Illinois
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
- You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator