Chicago to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Chicago from Springfield, Missouri?
The distance from Chicago to Springfield, Missouri is 441.4 miles (710.3 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located SW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 511 miles, taking about 9h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Springfield, Missouri 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 Chicago and Springfield, Missouri. 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, Missouri
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 147 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
- You could travel this distance about 56.4 times to circle the Earth's equator