What is the cheapest way to get from Lee's Summit to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Lee's Summit to Springfield is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lee's Summit to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Lee's Summit to Springfield is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct train between Lee's Summit and Springfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lee'S Summit Amtrak and arriving at Springfield. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Lee's Summit to Springfield?

The distance between Lee's Summit and Springfield is 353 miles. The road distance is 302.3 miles.

How do I travel from Lee's Summit to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Lee's Summit to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs $35 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Lee's Summit to Springfield?

The train from Lee'S Summit Amtrak to Springfield takes 7h 27m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Lee's Summit to Springfield train from?

Lee's Summit to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lee'S Summit Amtrak station.

Train or fly from Lee's Summit to Springfield?

The best way to get from Lee's Summit to Springfield is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs $35 - $130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $700 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Lee's Summit to Springfield train arrive?

Lee's Summit to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Springfield station.

Can I drive from Lee's Summit to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Lee's Summit to Springfield is 302 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Lee's Summit to Springfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Lee's Summit to Springfield?

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Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 49+ hotels available in Springfield.

Lee's Summit to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Lee's Summit to Springfield by train (Amtrak), car, plane, taxi, bus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Lee'S Summit Amtrak to SpringfieldLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
7h 27m
$35–130
Drive 300.5 mi
1. Drive from Lee's Summit to Springfield300.5 mi
5h 24m
$55–80
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)MCI - SPI
6h 55m
$124–667
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Decatur Airport (DEC)MCI - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
10h 5m
$190–600
Line 550 bus, fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from On 350 Hwy And Chipman Southbound to On 13Th Between Charlotte & Holmes Wb
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)MCI - STL
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfield
7h 26m
$201–708

Lee's Summit to Springfield by train (Amtrak)

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7h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 351.4 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Lee's Summit, MO, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Lee'S Summit Amtrak to Springfield once daily. Tickets cost $35–130 and the journey takes 7h 27m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 3 times a day.

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