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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Springfield is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Springfield is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct train between Independence and Springfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Independence Amtrak Station station and arriving at Springfield. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Independence to Springfield?

The distance between Independence and Springfield is 367 miles. The road distance is 301.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs $40 - $140.

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

The train from Independence Amtrak Station to Springfield takes 7h 44m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Independence to Springfield train from?

Independence to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Independence Amtrak Station.

Train or fly from Independence to Springfield?

The best way to get from Independence to Springfield is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs $40 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $750 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Independence to Springfield train arrive?

Independence to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Springfield station.

Can I drive from Independence to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Springfield is 302 miles. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Independence to Springfield.

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

Book your Independence to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 45+ hotels available in Springfield.

Independence to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Independence to Springfield by train (Amtrak), car, plane, taxi, bus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Independence Amtrak Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
7h 44m
$40–140
Drive 300 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Springfield300 mi
5h 18m
$55–80
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)MCI - SPI
7h 30m
$124–717
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Decatur Airport (DEC)MCI - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
10h 21m
$185–600
Line 24 bus, fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to East Village - Bay A
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)MCI - STL
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfield
7h 37m
$190–653

Independence to Springfield by train (Amtrak)

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7h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 364.5 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Independence Amtrak Station to Springfield once daily. Tickets cost $40–140 and the journey takes 7h 44m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) twice daily.

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