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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Cairo is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Cairo is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Springfield to Cairo?

The distance between Springfield and Cairo is 248 miles. The road distance is 224.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Cairo without a car is to bus and taxi via St. Louis which takes 5h 42m and costs $110 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Springfield to Cairo, including transfers.

Can I drive from Springfield to Cairo?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Cairo is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Springfield to Cairo.

Where can I stay near Cairo?

There are four+ hotels available in Cairo.

Springfield to Cairo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Springfield to Cairo by bus, taxi, car, 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.

Bus, taxi via St. Louis
best
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to St Louis Bus Station
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Cape Girardeau
3. Take the taxi from Cape Girardeau to Cairo
5h 42m
$117–145
Drive 222.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Cairo222.9 mi
4h 25m
$41–59
Train, bus, taxi
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louis
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Cape Girardeau
3. Take the taxi from Cape Girardeau to Cairo
5h 45m
$116–169
Bus, taxi (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Paducah Bus StationFlixBus N2521
2. Take the taxi from Paducah Bus Station to Cairo
6h 19m
$117–199

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 246.9 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

There is no direct connection from Springfield to Cairo. However, you can take the bus to St Louis Bus Station, take the bus to Cape Girardeau, then take the taxi to Cairo. Alternatively, you can drive from Springfield to Cairo in around 4h 25m.

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