Joliet to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joliet from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Joliet to Springfield, Missouri is 407.6 miles (656 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located SW of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 489.1 miles, taking about 9h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Joliet in Illinois 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 Joliet and Springfield, Missouri. 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.