What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Los Angeles is to bus which costs $130 - $410 and takes 41h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Los Angeles is to train and fly which takes 8h 55m and costs $260 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Los Angeles station. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Los Angeles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Springfield and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 14h.

How far is it from Springfield to Los Angeles?

The distance between Springfield and Los Angeles is 1662 miles. The road distance is 1875.1 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Los Angeles without a car is to bus which takes 41h 30m and costs $130 - $410.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from Springfield to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Los Angeles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Los Angeles train from?

Springfield to Los Angeles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Springfield to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 9h 14m and costs $120 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $410 and takes 41h 30m, you could also train, which costs $260 - $390 and takes 2 days 14h.

Where does the Springfield to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Springfield to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 2h behind Springfield. It is currently 4:12 PM in Springfield and 2:12 PM in Los Angeles.

Where does the Springfield to Los Angeles train arrive?

Springfield to Los Angeles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Los Angeles is 1875 miles. It takes approximately 30h 38m to drive from Springfield to Los Angeles.

How do I get a train ticket from Springfield to Los Angeles?

Book your Springfield to Los Angeles train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Springfield to Los Angeles?

Book your Springfield to Los Angeles bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

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Springfield to Los Angeles - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Springfield to Los Angeles by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), bus, train, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Los Angeles International Airport
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1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)SPI - LAX
9h 14m
$124–477
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to St Louis Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union StationGreyhound US1210
41h 30m
$139–407
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Los AngelesSouthwest Chief
44h 8m
Drive 1,864.3 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Los Angeles1,864.3 mi
30h 38m
$341–492
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louis
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)STL - LAX
8h 55m
$261–717
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louis
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)STL - BUR
9h 18m
$416–864
Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)SPI - SNA
11h 6m
$174–730
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Los AngelesTexas Eagle
2d 14h
$260–390

Springfield to Los Angeles by bus

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Distance: 1,651.9 mi
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What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Los Angeles Union Station via St Louis Bus Station in around 41h 30m.

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