Evansville to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169 miles 271.9 km · straight line
211.2 miles estimated 339.9 km · driving distance
4h 15min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is Evansville from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Evansville to Springfield, Illinois is 169 miles (271.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located NW of Evansville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.2 miles, taking about 4h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Evansville in Indiana and Springfield, Illinois in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Evansville 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 Evansville to Springfield, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 15min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 6min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 2min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Evansville & Springfield, Illinois

Quick Facts

Evansville
37.97°N, 87.56°W
America/Chicago
118m elevation
Springfield, Illinois
39.80°N, 89.64°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 147.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients