What is the cheapest way to get from Austin to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Austin to Springfield is to train which costs $90 - $300 and takes 24h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Austin to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Austin to Springfield is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $160 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Austin and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Austin to Springfield. However, there are services departing from 115 7th/Colorado and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Austin Eastside Bus Plaza, Dallas Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Austin and Springfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Austin and arriving at Springfield. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24h 39m.

How far is it from Austin to Springfield?

The distance between Austin and Springfield is 822 miles. The road distance is 926.7 miles.

How do I travel from Austin to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Austin to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 24h 11m and costs $120 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Austin to Springfield?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Austin to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Austin to Springfield bus from?

Austin to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza station.

Where do I catch the Austin to Springfield train from?

Austin to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Austin station.

Train, bus or fly from Austin to Springfield?

The best way to get from Austin to Springfield is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $160 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $340 and takes 24h 11m, you could also train, which costs $90 - $300 and takes 24h 39m.

Where does the Austin to Springfield bus arrive?

Austin to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Dallas Bus Station.

Where does the Austin to Springfield train arrive?

Austin to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Springfield station.

Can I drive from Austin to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Austin to Springfield is 927 miles. It takes approximately 15h 4m to drive from Austin to Springfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Austin to Springfield?

Book your Austin to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Austin to Springfield - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Austin to Springfield by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)AUS - SPI
6h 31m
$165–819
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Austin to SpringfieldTexas Eagle
24h 39m
$90–300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to Dallas Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
24h 11m
$127–338
Drive 921.3 mi
1. Drive from Austin to Springfield921.3 mi
15h 4m
$169–243
Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)AUS - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfield
6h 57m
$212–460
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)AUS - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Springfield
9h 12m
Fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, train
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)AUS - BMI
2. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Springfield
8h 48m
$99–506

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What companies run services between Austin, TX, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 115 7th/Colorado to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Austin Eastside Bus Plaza, Dallas Bus Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 24h 11m.

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