Raleigh to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Raleigh from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Raleigh to Springfield, Illinois is 661.4 miles (1064.5 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located WNW of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 819.3 miles, taking about 15h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Springfield, Illinois in Illinois.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Raleigh 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.