What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Cedar Falls?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Cedar Falls is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Cedar Falls?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Cedar Falls is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $75 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Cedar Falls?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Cedar Falls. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Main St and 6th St via Galesburg, Burlington, Iowa City and Central Transfer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

How far is it from Springfield to Cedar Falls?

The distance between Springfield and Cedar Falls is 244 miles. The road distance is 292.6 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Cedar Falls without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Cedar Falls without a car is to bus which takes 11h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Cedar Falls?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Springfield to Cedar Falls, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Cedar Falls bus from?

Springfield to Cedar Falls bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Bus or fly from Springfield to Cedar Falls?

The best way to get from Springfield to Cedar Falls is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $75 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 17m.

Where does the Springfield to Cedar Falls bus arrive?

Springfield to Cedar Falls bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Cedar Falls?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Cedar Falls is 293 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Springfield to Cedar Falls.

Where can I stay near Cedar Falls?

There are 47+ hotels available in Cedar Falls.

Springfield to Cedar Falls - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Cedar Falls by plane, bus (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)SPI - ALO
5h 28m
$78–354
Drive 290.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Cedar Falls290.9 mi
5h 44m
$54–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
3. Take the bus from Burlington to Iowa City
4. Take the bus from Iowa City to Waterloo
11h 17m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Waterloo Union Bus DepotGreyhound US0154
11h 53m
$68–159
Train, bus via Davenport
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville
3. Take the bus from Naperville, IL to Moline, IL
4. Take the bus from Moline Center Station to Waterloo Union Bus Depot
13h 17m
$96–230

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) flights

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6h 30mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.8 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Cedar Falls, IA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield to Main St and 6th St via Galesburg, Burlington, Iowa City, Waterloo, and Central Transfer in around 11h 17m.

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