Chicago to Springfield, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Chicago from Springfield, Massachusetts?
The distance from Chicago to Springfield, Massachusetts is 771.6 miles (1241.7 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Massachusetts is located E of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 917.3 miles, taking about 17h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 3min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Springfield, Massachusetts in Massachusetts.
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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago and Springfield, Massachusetts. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Chicago to Springfield, Massachusetts
Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Springfield, Massachusetts
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 257 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 64 hours
- You could travel this distance about 32.3 times to circle the Earth's equator