Junction City to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

229.3 miles 369 km · straight line
286.6 miles estimated 461.3 km · driving distance
5h 46min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
122° ESE bearing direction

How far is Junction City from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Junction City to Springfield, Missouri is 229.3 miles (369 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located ESE of Junction City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 286.6 miles, taking about 5h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Junction City in Kansas and Springfield, Missouri in Missouri.

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. 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 Junction City 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.

How to Get from Junction City to Springfield, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 46min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 55min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 29min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Junction City & Springfield, Missouri

Quick Facts

Junction City
39.03°N, 96.83°W
America/Chicago
337m 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 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients