What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Joseph to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Joseph to Springfield is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Joseph to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Saint Joseph to Springfield is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Joseph and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Joseph to Springfield. However, there are services departing from St. Joseph and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Kansas City Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Saint Joseph to Springfield?

The distance between Saint Joseph and Springfield is 401 miles. The road distance is 294 miles.

How do I travel from Saint Joseph to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Joseph to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $55 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Saint Joseph to Springfield?

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Saint Joseph to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Joseph to Springfield bus from?

Saint Joseph to Springfield bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from St. Joseph station.

Where does the Saint Joseph to Springfield bus arrive?

Saint Joseph to Springfield bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Saint Joseph to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Joseph to Springfield is 294 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Saint Joseph to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 49+ hotels available in Springfield.

Saint Joseph to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Saint Joseph to Springfield by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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 St. Joseph to Kansas City
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
8h 45m
$57–154
Drive 292.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saint Joseph to Springfield292.3 mi
5h 2m
$54–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St. Joseph to Kansas CityJefferson 706
2. Take the train from Kansas City to SpringfieldLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
10h 35m
$55–267
Bus, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the bus from St. Joseph to Kansas City
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)MCI - SPI
7h 32m
$129–714
Bus, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the bus from St. Joseph to Kansas City
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Decatur Airport (DEC)MCI - DEC
3. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
10h 42m
$195–647

Saint Joseph to Springfield by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 45mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 398.4 mi
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Saint Joseph, MO, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from St. Joseph to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Kansas City Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 8h 45m.

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