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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis Union Station and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Springfield?

The distance between Indianapolis and Springfield is 340 miles. The road distance is 206.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Springfield without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 33m and costs $55 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Indianapolis to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Springfield bus from?

Indianapolis to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indianapolis Union Station.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Springfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Indianapolis to Springfield?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Springfield is to train which takes 8h 55m and costs $65 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $600 and takes 6h 22m, you could also bus, which costs $55 - $100 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Springfield bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 2:42 AM in Indianapolis and 1:42 AM in Springfield.

Where does the Indianapolis to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Springfield is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Indianapolis to Springfield.

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

Book your Indianapolis to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Springfield?

Book your Indianapolis to Springfield bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Indianapolis to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Indianapolis to Springfield by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Greyhound, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US0421
2. Take the train from St. Louis to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
6h 33m
$57–128
Drive 205.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Springfield205.4 mi
3h 27m
$38–55
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union StationCardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
8h 55m
$69–145
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)IND - SPI
6h 22m
$96–569
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US0421
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
6h 40m
$56–99
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Decatur Airport (DEC)IND - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
6h 22m
$167–502

Indianapolis to Springfield by bus and train

21Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337.9 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Indianapolis to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 8h 55m. Alternatively, American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 4 times a day.

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