Springfield, Illinois to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Springfield, Illinois from Wausau?

The distance from Springfield, Illinois to Wausau is 356.4 miles (573.5 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located N of Springfield, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 427.6 miles, taking about 8h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Springfield, Illinois in Illinois and Wausau in Wisconsin.

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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

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