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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Cedar Rapids is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Cedar Rapids is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Cedar Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Cedar Rapids. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at GTC Bay 9 via Galesburg, Burlington and Court St Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Springfield to Cedar Rapids?

The distance between Springfield and Cedar Rapids is 271 miles. The road distance is 235 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Cedar Rapids without a car is to bus which takes 8h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 31m to get from Springfield to Cedar Rapids, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Springfield to Cedar Rapids?

The best way to get from Springfield to Cedar Rapids is to bus which takes 8h 31m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $330 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Springfield to Cedar Rapids bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Cedar Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Cedar Rapids is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Springfield to Cedar Rapids.

Where can I stay near Cedar Rapids?

There are 58+ hotels available in Cedar Rapids.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Cedar Rapids by bus (Amtrak), car, plane, train, bus, 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 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 Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9
8h 31m
Drive 233.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Cedar Rapids233.6 mi
4h 44m
$43–62
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)SPI - CID
5h 21m
$66–329
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to Bloomington-Normal
2. Take the bus from Bloomington/Normal to Burlington
3. Take the bus from Burlington to Iowa City
4. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9
8h 58m
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)DEC - CID
6h 37m
$169–450

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

9Weekly Planes

4h 18mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springfield to Cedar Rapids.

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Distance: 269.2 mi
Duration: 8h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Springfield to GTC Bay 9 via Galesburg, Burlington, and Court St Transportation Center in around 8h 31m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) once daily.

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