What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Eau Claire?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Eau Claire is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Eau Claire?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Eau Claire is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 37m and costs $160 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Eau Claire?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Eau Claire. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and Madison, WI-Lake St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

How far is it from Springfield to Eau Claire?

The distance between Springfield and Eau Claire is 423 miles. The road distance is 432.5 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Eau Claire without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Eau Claire without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 37m and costs $85 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Eau Claire?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Springfield to Eau Claire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Eau Claire bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Springfield to Eau Claire?

The best way to get from Springfield to Eau Claire is to fly which takes 8h 34m and costs $65 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $190 and takes 12h 55m.

Where does the Springfield to Eau Claire bus arrive?

Springfield to Eau Claire bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Eau Claire?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Eau Claire is 432 miles. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Springfield to Eau Claire.

Where can I stay near Eau Claire?

There are 47+ hotels available in Eau Claire.

Springfield to Eau Claire - 9 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Springfield to Eau Claire by taxi, plane, train, bus, car, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Amtrak)

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

Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU)DEC - EAU
5h 37m
$167–458
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU)SPI - EAU
8h 34m
$69–337
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus
3. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop
11h 37m
$87–188
Train, bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.
4. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop
12h 3m
$95–243
Drive 430 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Eau Claire430 mi
7h
$79–114
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Station
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU)PIA - EAU
9h 52m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Station
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus
3. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop
12h 55m
$98–185
Train, bus #2 (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis
3. Take the bus from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop
14h 23m
Bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Peoria to O'Hare International Terminal 2
3. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station
4. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop
18h 3m

Springfield to Eau Claire by train and bus

2Weekly Services

11h 37mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Springfield to Eau Claire.

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Distance: 420.8 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Eau Claire, WI, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop via Chicago Bus Station, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, and Madison, WI-Lake St. in around 12h 55m.

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