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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Dayton is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Dayton is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Dayton?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Dayton. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Wright Stop Plaza - S.B. via Champaign, Indianapolis Union Station and Northwest Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Springfield to Dayton?

The distance between Springfield and Dayton is 319 miles. The road distance is 315.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Dayton without a car is to bus which takes 8h 23m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 23m to get from Springfield to Dayton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Dayton bus from?

Springfield to Dayton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Bus or fly from Springfield to Dayton?

The best way to get from Springfield to Dayton is to bus which takes 8h 23m and costs $80 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $360 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Springfield to Dayton bus arrive?

Springfield to Dayton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Dayton?

Dayton is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 2:24 PM in Springfield and 3:24 PM in Dayton.

Can I drive from Springfield to Dayton?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Dayton is 315 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Springfield to Dayton.

Where can I stay near Dayton?

There are 167+ hotels available in Dayton.

Springfield to Dayton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Dayton by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus), 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 SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
2. Take the bus from Champaign to Indianapolis Union Station
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
8h 23m
$80–133
Drive 313.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Dayton313.6 mi
5h 21m
$58–83
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Dayton (DAY)SPI - DAY
6h 54m
$66–359
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to Bloomington-Normal
2. Take the bus from Bloomington/Normal to Indianapolis Union Station
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
9h 8m
$64–194
Bus via New Paris
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
2. Take the bus from Champaign to Indianapolis Union Station
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Richmond Bsb, IN
4. Take the bus from Richmond, IN to Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
9h 13m
$67–173
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Dayton (DAY)DEC - DAY
5h 59m
$169–470

Springfield to Dayton by bus and foot

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8h 23mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317.1 mi
Duration: 8h 23m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Dayton, OH, USA?

You can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Wright Stop Plaza - S.B. via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Champaign, Indianapolis Union Station, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, and Northwest Hub in around 8h 23m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Dayton (DAY) twice daily.

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