What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Des Moines is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $130 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Des Moines via Galesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Springfield to Des Moines?

The distance between Springfield and Des Moines is 251 miles. The road distance is 292 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 9h 15m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Springfield to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Des Moines bus from?

Springfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Bus or fly from Springfield to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Springfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Springfield to Des Moines bus arrive?

Springfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Des Moines is 292 miles. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Springfield to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 224+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Springfield to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Des Moines by plane, bus (Amtrak), car, taxi, 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.

Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Des Moines (DSM)SPI - DSM
4h 35m
$131–638
Drive 290.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Des Moines290.3 mi
5h 58m
$53–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des MoinesIndianapolis
9h 15m
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Des Moines (DSM)DEC - DSM
5h 36m
$229–759
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louis
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM)STL - DSM
4h 52m
$148–829

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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5h 40mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springfield to Des Moines.

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Distance: 249.5 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines and Allegiant Air fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Des Moines (DSM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield to Des Moines via Galesburg in around 9h 15m.

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