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Distance from Independence to Springfield

Driving Distance
107.5 mi 173.1 km
Flying Distance
82.8 mi 133.2 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Independence, Minnesota to Springfield, Minnesota is 107.5 mi (173.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 82.8 mi (133.2 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 10 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 59 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 49 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Independence
Place Independence
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 45.025241
Longitude -93.707463
GPS 45.025241° N, 93.707463° W
Local Time 12:44 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Springfield
Place Springfield
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 44.238827
Longitude -94.974165
GPS 44.238827° N, 94.974165° W
Local Time 12:44 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Independence, Minnesota to Springfield, Minnesota covers 107.5 mi (173.1 km) in a southwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 59 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (101.2-114.5 miles / 163-184 km). The primary route shown here saves 10 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 49 mph (79 km/h).

Available Routes

MN-19 W
107.5 mi 1 hour 59 minutes
Shortest Fastest
Yellowstone Trl
114.5 mi 2 hours 9 minutes
MN-5 W and US-14 W
101.2 mi 1 hour 59 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.