Mankato to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mankato from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Mankato to Springfield, Illinois is 375.2 miles (603.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located SE of Mankato. By car, the driving distance is approximately 450.3 miles, taking about 9h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Mankato in Minnesota 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. 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 Mankato 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.