Nashville to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

295.8 miles 476 km · straight line
359.9 miles actual route 579.2 km · driving distance
6h 54min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
329° NNW bearing direction

How far is Nashville from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Nashville to Springfield, Illinois is 295.8 miles (476 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located NNW of Nashville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.9 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Nashville in Tennessee and Springfield, Illinois in Illinois.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Nashville and Springfield, Illinois. 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 Nashville to Springfield, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 54min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 17min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 33min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nashville & Springfield, Illinois

Quick Facts

Nashville
36.16°N, 86.78°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation
Springfield, Illinois
39.80°N, 89.64°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM