Richmond, Kentucky to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Richmond, Kentucky from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Richmond, Kentucky to Springfield, Missouri is 494.9 miles (796.4 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located W of Richmond, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 593.8 miles, taking about 11h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky 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 Richmond, Kentucky 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.