What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Springfield is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Springfield is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $210 - $950.

How far is it from Iowa State University to Springfield?

The distance between Iowa State University and Springfield is 286 miles. The road distance is 323.4 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa State University to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa State University to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 9h 43m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Iowa State University to Springfield?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Iowa State University to Springfield, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa State University to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa State University to Springfield is 323 miles. It takes approximately 6h 33m to drive from Iowa State University to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Iowa State University to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Iowa State University to Springfield by shuttle, plane, bus (Amtrak), car, taxi, 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.

Shuttle, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)DSM - SPI
5h 28m
$216–907
Drive 321.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa State University to Springfield321.5 mi
6h 33m
$59–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburg
3. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Springfield
9h 43m
Shuttle, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Decatur Airport (DEC)DSM - DEC
3. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
7h 16m
$277–880
Shuttle, fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)DSM - STL
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfield
6h 18m
$213–948

Des Moines (DSM) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

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4h 41mAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa State University to Springfield.

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Distance: 284.7 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Iowa State University, IA, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Iowa State University to Springfield via Ames, Des Moines, Des Moines, and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 9h 43m.

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