What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Springfield is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Springfield is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Springfield. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at Springfield via Iowa City, Burlington and Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Springfield?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Springfield is 271 miles. The road distance is 235.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 8h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Springfield?

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Cedar Rapids to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Springfield bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Springfield bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Bus or fly from Cedar Rapids to Springfield?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Springfield is to bus which takes 8h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $550 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Springfield bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Springfield bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Springfield is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Cedar Rapids to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Springfield by bus (Amtrak), car, plane, bus, train, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Center
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Burlington
3. Take the bus from Burlington to Galesburg
4. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Springfield
8h 26m
Drive 234.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Springfield234.6 mi
4h 45m
$43–62
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)CID - SPI
5h 6m
$96–518
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Center
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Burlington
3. Take the bus from Burlington to Bloomington/Normal
4. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Springfield
8h 50m
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Decatur Airport (DEC)CID - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
8h 36m
$166–492

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

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6h 4mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 269.8 mi
Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to Springfield via Iowa City, Burlington, and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 8h 26m. Alternatively, American Airlines, Allegiant Air, and United Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 3 times a day.

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