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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Springfield is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Springfield is to fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $80 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Detroit - Grand Circus Park and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via BTC - Fourth Ave Stop 4, Ann Arbor and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

How far is it from Detroit to Springfield?

The distance between Detroit and Springfield is 468 miles. The road distance is 453.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 9h 1m and costs $75 - $440.

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

It takes approximately 9h 1m to get from Detroit to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Springfield bus from?

Detroit to Springfield bus services, operated by D2A2, depart from Detroit - Grand Circus Park station.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Springfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Springfield?

The best way to get from Detroit to Springfield is to train which takes 9h 1m and costs $75 - $440. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $80 - $430 and takes 6h 34m, you could also bus, which costs $70 - $180 and takes 11h 46m.

Where does the Detroit to Springfield bus arrive?

Detroit to Springfield bus services, operated by D2A2, arrive at Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 12:42 AM in Detroit and 11:42 PM in Springfield.

Where does the Detroit to Springfield train arrive?

Detroit to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Springfield is 454 miles. It takes approximately 7h 29m to drive from Detroit to Springfield.

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

Book your Detroit to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 45+ hotels available in Springfield.

Detroit to Springfield - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Detroit to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, bus (Flixbus), 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union StationWolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
9h 1m
$77–438
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit - Grand Circus Park to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI
2. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
11h 46m
$73–180
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Gary Bus Station
2. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.Ssl
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield
10h 35m
$88–399
Drive 450.9 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Springfield450.9 mi
7h 29m
$83–119
Fly Detroit to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)DTW - SPI
6h 34m
$81–429
Fly Detroit to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Decatur Airport (DEC)DTW - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
6h 34m
$162–442
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flint
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)FNT - SPI
6h 55m
$125–509
Fly Detroit to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)DTW - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfield
6h 59m
$223–470

Detroit to Springfield by train (Amtrak)

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9h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 465.1 mi
Duration: 9h 1m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 1m. Alternatively, American Airlines, Delta, and three other airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) once daily.

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