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 and train which takes 6h 18m and costs $190 - $900.

How far is it from Iowa State University to Springfield?

The distance between Iowa State University and Springfield is 363 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 9h 43m 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 46+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

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

Bus
best
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
Drive 321.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa State University to Springfield321.5 mi
6h 33m
$59–85
Shuttle, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
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
6h 26m
$206–907
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 28m
$267–810
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
$193–893

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

23Weekly Planes

5h 15mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 360.6 mi
Duration: 9h 43m

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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