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

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Springfield is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kentucky to Springfield is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $85 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Kentucky and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Kentucky to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Louisville, KY and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Indianapolis Union Station and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Kentucky to Springfield?

The distance between Kentucky and Springfield is 320 miles. The road distance is 275.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kentucky to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Kentucky to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kentucky to Springfield bus from?

Kentucky to Springfield bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Bus or fly from Kentucky to Springfield?

The best way to get from Kentucky to Springfield is to bus which takes 8h and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $85 - $460 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Kentucky to Springfield bus arrive?

Kentucky to Springfield bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Kentucky and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Kentucky. It is currently 2:32 AM in Kentucky and 1:32 AM in Springfield.

Can I drive from Kentucky to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky to Springfield is 275 miles. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Kentucky to Springfield.

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

Book your Kentucky to Springfield bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 96+ hotels available in Springfield.

Kentucky to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kentucky to Springfield by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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 Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
8h
$53–103
Drive 273.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Louisville to Springfieldcar 273.7 mi
6h 21m
$50–73
Fly from Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane SDF - SPI
5h 27m
$86–460
Bus via Speedway
1. Take the bus from El Mercadito Grocery - Clarksville, IN to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
10h 20m
$74–204
Fly from Covington
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane CVG - SPI
5h 31m
$86–468

Kentucky to Springfield by bus

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kentucky to Springfield.

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Distance: 318.5 mi
Duration: 8h

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

You can take a bus from Louisville, KY to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Indianapolis Union Station and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr in around 8h. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) twice daily.

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