Denver to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

655.5 miles 1054.9 km · straight line
763.9 miles actual route 1229.3 km · driving distance
13h 28min estimated drive time
$74 - $90 estimated fuel cost
~1h 49min flight time
102° ESE bearing direction

How far is Denver from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Denver to Springfield, Missouri is 655.5 miles (1054.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located ESE of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 763.9 miles, taking about 13h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Springfield, Missouri in Missouri.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Denver 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 Denver to Springfield, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 28min $74 - $90 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 10min $61–$115* Budget
Train ~17h 30min $92–$267* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Springfield, Missouri

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m 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 219 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM