Minneapolis to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Minneapolis from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Minneapolis to Springfield, Illinois is 402.5 miles (647.7 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located SSE of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 482.9 miles, taking about 9h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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.