Indianapolis to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

424.3 miles 682.9 km · straight line
457.5 miles actual route 736.2 km · driving distance
8h 34min estimated drive time
$44 - $54 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Indianapolis to Springfield, Missouri is 424.3 miles (682.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located WSW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 457.5 miles, taking about 8h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Springfield, Missouri in Missouri.

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. 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Springfield, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 34min $44 - $54 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 17min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 8min $55–$160* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Springfield, Missouri

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m 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 141 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 58.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM