Distance from Chicago to Springfield by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Springfield (MO) is 439 miles or 706 kilometers or 381 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Springfield is 507 miles (816 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 68 miles or 110 km.

Chicago to Springfield Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Springfield, MO
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Springfield, MO, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Springfield, Missouri is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Springfield, MO

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Springfield, Missouri is 507 miles or 816 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Springfield, MO is 507 miles or 816 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Springfield, Missouri.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Springfield, Missouri is approximately 507 miles (816 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 9 to 10 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Springfield, MO

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Springfield, MO?
The total driving time is 9 hours, 28 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Springfield take?
Chicago and Springfield are 9 hours 28 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and Springfield

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Springfield (MO) is 1 Hours.
Springfield time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Springfield
2025-12-19, 03:30:02 CST	2025-12-19, 04:30:02 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Springfield Missouri, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Springfield, MO in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	507 mi	816 km	440.28 nmi
Straight line distance	439 mi	706 km	381 nmi
Difference	68 mi	110 km	59 nmi

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