Rochester Hills to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rochester Hills from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Rochester Hills to Springfield, Illinois is 390.8 miles (628.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located WSW of Rochester Hills. By car, the driving distance is approximately 468.9 miles, taking about 9h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Rochester Hills in Michigan 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. 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 Rochester Hills 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.