Lexington, Kentucky to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Springfield, Illinois is 301.9 miles (485.8 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located WNW of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377.4 miles, taking about 7h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Springfield, Illinois in Illinois.

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 Lexington, Kentucky and Springfield, Illinois. 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.