Lafayette, Indiana to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Indiana from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Lafayette, Indiana to Springfield, Missouri is 410.3 miles (660.3 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located WSW of Lafayette, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 492.4 miles, taking about 9h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Indiana 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 Lafayette, Indiana 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.