Hastings, Nebraska to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hastings, Nebraska from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Hastings, Nebraska to Springfield, Illinois is 464.5 miles (747.5 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located E of Hastings, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 557.4 miles, taking about 11h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Hastings, Nebraska in Nebraska and Springfield, Illinois in Illinois.

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. 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 Hastings, Nebraska 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.