Indianapolis to Springfield, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

228.6 miles 367.9 km · straight line
274 miles actual route 440.9 km · driving distance
5h 11min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
190° S bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Springfield, Tennessee?

The distance from Indianapolis to Springfield, Tennessee is 228.6 miles (367.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Tennessee is located S of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 274 miles, taking about 5h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Springfield, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Indianapolis and Springfield, Tennessee. 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, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 11min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 13min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~4h 55min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Springfield, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Springfield, Tennessee
36.51°N, 86.89°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM