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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Springfield is to bus which costs $160 - $290 and takes 31h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Springfield is to fly which takes 6h 43m and costs $210 - $1,200.

How far is it from Iowa to Springfield?

The distance between Iowa and Springfield is 1111 miles. The road distance is 1221.4 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 and train which takes 27h 38m and costs $150 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Iowa to Springfield, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Springfield?

The best way to get from Iowa to Springfield is to fly which takes 6h 43m and costs $210 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $290 and takes 31h 55m.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 5:50 PM in Iowa and 6:50 PM in Springfield.

Can I drive from Iowa to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Springfield is 1221 miles. It takes approximately 20h 35m to drive from Iowa to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 104+ hotels available in Springfield.

Iowa to Springfield - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Iowa to Springfield by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Des Moines to Bradley International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)plane DSM - BDL
6h 43m
$211–1,164
Fly Quad City International Airport to Bradley International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)plane MLI - BDL
8h 24m
$95–675
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain Lake Shore Limited
27h 38m
$159–565
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to New York Midtownbus
3. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Springfield Union Stationbus
31h 55m
$167–285
Drive 1,214.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Springfieldcar 1,214.3 mi
20h 35m
$222–321
Fly Des Moines to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane DSM - LGA
2. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to New Haventrain
3. Take the train from New Haven to Springfieldtrain
8h 19m
$195–1,024
Fly Omaha to Bradley International Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)plane OMA - BDL
9h 9m
$206–1,196

Des Moines (DSM) to Bradley International Airport (BDL) flights

74Weekly Planes

6h 34mAverage Duration

$195Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Springfield.

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Distance: 1,105 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

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

Delta, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bradley International Airport (BDL) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Springfield Union Station via Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, and New York Midtown in around 31h 55m.

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Flights from Des Moines to Bradley International Airport via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 6h 41m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $190–950

Flights from Des Moines to Bradley International Airport via Charlotte

Ave. Duration: 7h 21m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $240–1,100

Flights from Des Moines to Bradley International Airport via Philadelphia

Ave. Duration: 7h 55m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $200–1,000

Flights from Des Moines to Bradley International Airport via Reagan Washington

Ave. Duration: 8h 50m
When: Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: $210–1,000

Flights from Quad City International Airport to Bradley International Airport via Charlotte

Ave. Duration: 5h 59m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $120–550

Flights from Quad City International Airport to Bradley International Airport via Dallas/Ft.Worth

Ave. Duration: 6h 48m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $170–750

Flights from Quad City International Airport to Bradley International Airport via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 7h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $90–480

Flights from Des Moines to Laguardia Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 44m
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: $150–750

Flights from Des Moines to Laguardia Airport via Reagan Washington

Ave. Duration: 4h 50m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $160–800

Flights from Des Moines to Laguardia Airport via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 5h 15m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $150–750

Flights from Omaha to Bradley International Airport via Charlotte

Ave. Duration: 6h 12m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $240–1,100

Flights from Omaha to Bradley International Airport via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 8h 27m
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: $200–1,000

Flights from Omaha to Bradley International Airport via Philadelphia

Ave. Duration: 7h 55m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $210–1,000

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