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

The cheapest way to get from Galena to Springfield is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galena to Springfield is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Galena to Springfield?

The distance between Galena and Springfield is 218 miles. The road distance is 223.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galena to Springfield without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 37m and costs $120 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Galena to Springfield, including transfers.

Can I drive from Galena to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Galena to Springfield is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Galena to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 29+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Galena to Springfield by car, plane, bus, train, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Galena to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane MLI - SPI
5h 29m
$76–352
Drive 222.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galena to Springfieldcar 222.3 mi
4h 47m
$41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain
11h 37m
$126–256
Bus, train via Milwaukee
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain
11h 53m
$133–301
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
13h 9m
$136–236

Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

31Weekly Planes

5h 52mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Galena to Springfield.

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Distance: 216.7 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Galena, IL, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Galena to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Dubuque, IA, Madison, 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, and Chicago Bus Station in around 13h 9m.

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