What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Springfield is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Springfield is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $150 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Springfield via Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Springfield?

The distance between Des Moines and Springfield is 251 miles. The road distance is 291 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Springfield?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Des Moines to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Springfield bus from?

Des Moines to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Springfield?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Springfield is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $150 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Des Moines to Springfield bus arrive?

Des Moines to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Galesburg station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Springfield is 291 miles. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Des Moines to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 38+ hotels available in Springfield.

Des Moines to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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

Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)DSM - SPI
3h 48m
$152–788
Drive 289.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Springfield289.3 mi
6h 1m
$53–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to GalesburgDenver
2. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to SpringfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 45m
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Decatur Airport (DEC)DSM - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
5h 35m
$218–711
Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)DSM - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfield
4h 38m
$149–879

Des Moines (DSM) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.9 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Springfield via Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 7h 45m.

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