Muncie to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

473.4 miles 761.8 km · straight line
568.1 miles estimated 914.2 km · driving distance
11h 26min estimated drive time
$55 - $67 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
247° WSW bearing direction

How far is Muncie from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Muncie to Springfield, Missouri is 473.4 miles (761.8 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located WSW of Muncie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 568.1 miles, taking about 11h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Muncie in Indiana and Springfield, Missouri in Missouri.

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 Muncie and Springfield, Missouri. 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 Muncie to Springfield, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 26min $55 - $67 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 43min $45–$85* Budget
Train ~10h 52min $68–$199* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Muncie & Springfield, Missouri

Quick Facts

Muncie
40.19°N, 85.39°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
284m elevation
Springfield, Missouri
37.22°N, 93.30°W
America/Chicago
396m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 158 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients