Detroit to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Springfield, Missouri?
The distance from Detroit to Springfield, Missouri is 648.4 miles (1043.5 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located WSW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 735.6 miles, taking about 13h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan 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. 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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Springfield, Missouri
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 216 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
- You could travel this distance about 38.4 times to circle the Earth's equator