Salem, Virginia to Springfield, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Salem, Virginia from Springfield, Tennessee?

The distance from Salem, Virginia to Springfield, Tennessee is 381.1 miles (613.4 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Tennessee is located W of Salem, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 457.4 miles, taking about 9h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Salem, Virginia in Virginia and Springfield, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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 Salem, Virginia and Springfield, Tennessee. 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.