Mattoon to Springfield, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

244.5 miles 393.5 km · straight line
305.7 miles estimated 491.9 km · driving distance
6h 9min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
81° E bearing direction

How far is Mattoon from Springfield, Ohio?

The distance from Mattoon to Springfield, Ohio is 244.5 miles (393.5 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Ohio is located E of Mattoon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 305.7 miles, taking about 6h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Mattoon in Illinois and Springfield, Ohio in Ohio.

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 Mattoon and Springfield, Ohio. 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 Mattoon to Springfield, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 9min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 23min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 51min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mattoon & Springfield, Ohio

Quick Facts

Mattoon
39.48°N, 88.37°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
Springfield, Ohio
39.92°N, 83.81°W
America/New_York
298m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients