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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Springfield is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Springfield is to fly and taxi which takes 7h 14m and costs $160 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 30m.

How far is it from Rochester to Springfield?

The distance between Rochester and Springfield is 562 miles. The road distance is 398.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Springfield without a car is to bus and train via Madison which takes 12h 58m and costs $70 - $410.

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

It takes approximately 12h 58m to get from Rochester to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Springfield bus from?

Rochester to Springfield bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Rochester station.

Bus or fly from Rochester to Springfield?

The best way to get from Rochester to Springfield is to fly which takes 8h 25m and costs $90 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $230 and takes 14h 30m.

Where does the Rochester to Springfield bus arrive?

Rochester to Springfield bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Madison station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Springfield is 398 miles. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Rochester to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 45+ hotels available in Springfield.

Rochester to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Rochester to Springfield by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Flixbus), 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, train via Madison
best
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Madison
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield
12h 58m
$72–408
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochester to St. Paul
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield
13h 34m
$97–543
Drive 396 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Springfield396 mi
7h 46m
$73–105
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)RST - SPI
8h 25m
$90–484
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Madison
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
14h 30m
$77–223
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Decatur Airport (DEC)RST - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
7h 14m
$161–497

Rochester to Springfield by bus and train

7Weekly Services

12h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 558.9 mi
Duration: 12h 58m

What companies run services between Rochester, MN, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Rochester (RST) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, and Chicago Bus Station in around 14h 30m.

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