What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Madison to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Madison to Springfield is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Madison to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Fort Madison to Springfield is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Madison and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Madison to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Fort Madison and arriving at Springfield via Burlington and Peoria Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Madison and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Madison to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Fort Madison and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Fort Madison to Springfield?

The distance between Fort Madison and Springfield is 175 miles. The road distance is 127.8 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Madison to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Madison to Springfield without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Fort Madison to Springfield?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Fort Madison to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Madison to Springfield bus from?

Fort Madison to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Burlington station.

Where do I catch the Fort Madison to Springfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Fort Madison to Springfield?

The best way to get from Fort Madison to Springfield is to train which takes 8h 15m and costs $50 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Fort Madison to Springfield bus arrive?

Fort Madison to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Peoria station.

Where does the Fort Madison to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort Madison to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Madison to Springfield is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Fort Madison to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 45+ hotels available in Springfield.

Fort Madison to Springfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Fort Madison to Springfield by train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Fort Madison to Galesburg Amtrak StationSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to SpringfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 19m
Drive 127.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Madison to Springfield127.1 mi
2h 52m
$24–34
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Fort Madison to Chicago Union StationSouthwest Chief
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
8h 15m
$53–178
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burlington to PeoriaDenver
2. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to SpringfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 35m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 173.9 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Fort Madison, IA, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Fort Madison to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 8h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort Madison to Springfield via Burlington, Peoria, and Peoria Amtrak Station in around 5h 35m.

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