Louisville to Springfield, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

135.4 miles 217.9 km · straight line
160.9 miles actual route 259 km · driving distance
3h 4min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
208° SSW bearing direction

How far is Louisville from Springfield, Tennessee?

The distance from Louisville to Springfield, Tennessee is 135.4 miles (217.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Tennessee is located SSW of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 160.9 miles, taking about 3h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Louisville in Kentucky 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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Louisville 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 Louisville to Springfield, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 4min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 41min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~2h 55min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Louisville & Springfield, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m 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 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 183.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM