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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Iowa is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Iowa is to train and fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $150 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Des Moines via Galesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Springfield to Iowa?

The distance between Springfield and Iowa is 328 miles. The road distance is 292 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $75 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Springfield to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Iowa bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Springfield to Iowa?

The best way to get from Springfield to Iowa is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $75 - $130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $60 - $320 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Springfield to Iowa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Iowa is 292 miles. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Springfield to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 239+ hotels available in Iowa.

Springfield to Iowa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Springfield to Iowa by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, plane, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
8h 15m
$78–128
Drive 290.3 mi
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1. Drive from Springfield to Des Moinescar 290.3 mi
6h
$53–77
Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane SPI - MLI
5h 14m
$61–319
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly to Omaha
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louistrain
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Omaha (OMA)plane STL - OMA
5h 1m
$159–794

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) flights

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4h 46mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 326.6 mi
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Iowa, USA?

You can take a bus from Springfield to Des Moines via Galesburg Amtrak Station, Galesburg, and Des Moines in around 8h 15m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) twice daily.

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