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 192 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 4h 53m 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 fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $65 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 31m.

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, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Cedar Rapids by plane, bus (Amtrak), car, taxi, 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 from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)SPI - CID
4h 53m
$66–329
Drive 233.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Cedar Rapids233.6 mi
4h 44m
$43–62
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 Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9
8h 31m
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 27m
$164–450
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

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

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.1 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield to GTC Bay 9 via Galesburg, Burlington, and Court St Transportation Center in around 8h 31m.

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