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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Kentucky is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $110 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Louisville, KY via Champaign and Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Springfield to Kentucky?

The distance between Springfield and Kentucky is 293 miles. The road distance is 275.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $80 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Springfield to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Kentucky bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Springfield to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Springfield to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $110 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $150 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Springfield to Kentucky bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Springfield and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 3:01 AM in Springfield and 4:01 AM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Springfield to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Kentucky is 275 miles. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Springfield to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 556+ hotels available in Kentucky.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Kentucky by plane, bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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

Fly to Covington
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Covington (CVG)SPI - CVG
4h 36m
$116–619
Drive 273.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Louisville273.7 mi
6h 21m
$50–73
Bus
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 Louisville, KY
8h 10m
$80–143
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)SPI - SDF
6h 54m
$90–470
Fly to Blue Grass Airport
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)SPI - LEX
9h 15m
$146–769
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louis
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Evansville Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Evansville, IN to Louisville, KY
9h 38m
$88–179

Springfield to Kentucky by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290.9 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Covington (CVG) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Louisville, KY via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Champaign, and Indianapolis Union Station in around 8h 10m.

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