Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis station. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station via Champaign. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

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Q: What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 27m.

Q: What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $35 - $55.

Q: How far is it from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

The distance between Springfield and Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis is 207 miles. The road distance is 203.8 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs $55 - $100.

Q: How long does it take to get from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, including transfers.

Q: Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs $55 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $140 and takes 9h 38m, you could also fly, which costs $70 - $380 and takes 6h 19m.

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis by bus (Flixbus), train (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 SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans CtrFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Champaign to Indianapolis Union StationDenver
5h 14m
$55–97
Drive 202.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis202.6 mi
3h 27m
$37–54
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to IndianapolisCardinal
9h 38m
$56–137
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Indianapolis (IND)SPI - IND
6h 19m
$73–371
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Bloomington/Normal to Indianapolis Union StationDenver
5h 36m
$48–107
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Indianapolis (IND)DEC - IND
5h 22m
$171–492

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Indianapolis (IND) flights

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6h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.5 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Champaign, and Indianapolis Union Station in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Springfield to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station and Indianapolis in around 9h 38m.

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