Hot Springs to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hot Springs from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Hot Springs to Springfield, Illinois is 411.3 miles (662 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located NNE of Hot Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 493.6 miles, taking about 9h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Hot Springs in Arkansas 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 Hot Springs 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.