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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Springfield is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Springfield is to fly and train which takes 4h 42m and costs $150 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Springfield via Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Iowa to Springfield?

The distance between Iowa and Springfield is 327 miles. The road distance is 291 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Iowa to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Springfield bus from?

Iowa to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Where does the Iowa to Springfield bus arrive?

Iowa to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Galesburg station.

Can I drive from Iowa to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Springfield is 291 miles. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Iowa to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 46+ hotels available in Springfield.

Iowa to Springfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Iowa to Springfield by bus (Amtrak), car, plane, 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 Des Moines to Galesburgbus Denver
2. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Springfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 45m
Drive 289.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Springfieldcar 289.3 mi
6h 3m
$53–77
Fly from Des Moines, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane DSM - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfieldtrain
4h 42m
$159–879
Fly from Omaha, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane OMA - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfieldtrain
7h 22m
$154–911

Des Moines (DSM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) flights

17Weekly Planes

1h 16mAverage Duration

$124Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Iowa to Springfield.

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Distance: 324.7 mi
Duration: 7h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Springfield via Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 7h 45m.

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