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

The cheapest way to get from Nebraska to Springfield is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nebraska to Springfield is to fly and train which takes 5h 54m and costs $150 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Nebraska and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Nebraska to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Omaha and arriving at Springfield via Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Nebraska to Springfield?

The distance between Nebraska and Springfield is 459 miles. The road distance is 424 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nebraska to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h to get from Nebraska to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nebraska to Springfield bus from?

Nebraska to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Omaha station.

Bus or fly from Nebraska to Springfield?

The best way to get from Nebraska to Springfield is to bus which takes 10h and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $160 - $900 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Nebraska to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nebraska to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Nebraska to Springfield is 424 miles. It takes approximately 7h 5m to drive from Nebraska to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 45+ hotels available in Springfield.

Nebraska to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Nebraska to Springfield by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, or taxi

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 Omaha to GalesburgDenver
2. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to SpringfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Kansas CityJefferson 706
2. Take the train from Kansas City to SpringfieldLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
14h 4m
$69–311
Drive 421.6 mi
1. Drive from Omaha to Springfield421.6 mi
7h 5m
$77–112
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)OMA - SPI
6h 10m
$165–868
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Decatur Airport (DEC)OMA - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
5h 55m
$221–741
Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)OMA - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfield
5h 54m
$152–909

Omaha (OMA) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

26Weekly Planes

5h 57mAverage Duration

$150Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nebraska to Springfield.

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Distance: 456.7 mi
Duration: 10h

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

You can take a bus from Omaha to Springfield via Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 10h. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Omaha (OMA) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 4 times a day.

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