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

The cheapest way to get from Ocala to Springfield is to drive which costs $170 - $260 and takes 16h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ocala to Springfield is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h and costs $180 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Ocala and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ocala to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Amtrak Station, Jacksonville and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 4m.

How far is it from Ocala to Springfield?

The distance between Ocala and Springfield is 1021 miles. The road distance is 974 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ocala to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 21h 29m and costs $150 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Ocala to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ocala to Springfield bus from?

Ocala to Springfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Ocala to Springfield bus arrive?

Ocala to Springfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Jacksonville station.

What is the time difference between Ocala and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Ocala. It is currently 10:23 PM in Ocala and 9:23 PM in Springfield.

Can I drive from Ocala to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ocala to Springfield is 974 miles. It takes approximately 16h 28m to drive from Ocala to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 45+ hotels available in Springfield.

Ocala to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Ocala to Springfield by shuttle, plane, bus (Flixbus), car, train, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), or bus (Amtrak, 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.

Shuttle, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocala to Orlando Airport
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)MCO - SPI
6h
$184–637
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ocala to Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand
2. Take the bus from Gainesville to Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Station
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
21h 29m
$158–334
Drive 968.3 mi
1. Drive from Ocala to Springfield968.3 mi
16h 28m
$177–256
Shuttle, fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocala to Orlando Airport
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)MCO - STL
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfield
9h 1m
$221–553
Bus via Jacksonville
1. Take the bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Jacksonville
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Atlanta Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
25h 4m
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Jacksonville
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Dublin
3. Take the bus from Chevron - Dublin to Atlanta
4. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
27h 9m

Orlando (MCO) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

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4h 56mAverage Duration

$106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,015.4 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Ocala, FL, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Ocala to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Ocala, Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand, Gainesville, Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Station, Civic Center Station, Garnett Station, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 21h 29m.

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