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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Madison is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Madison is to fly which takes 4h 12m and costs $85 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Madison. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Springfield to Madison?

The distance between Springfield and Madison is 240 miles. The road distance is 261.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Madison without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 52m and costs $45 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Springfield to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Madison bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Springfield to Madison?

The best way to get from Springfield to Madison is to fly which takes 4h 12m and costs $85 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Springfield to Madison bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Madison is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Springfield to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 140+ hotels available in Madison.

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

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

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 Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)SPI - MSN
4h 12m
$86–499
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW CampusVan Galder
7h 52m
$46–117
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.
8h 18m
$55–172
Drive 260 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Madison260 mi
4h 21m
$48–69
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus
5h 28m
$118–342
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW CampusVan Galder
9h 10m
$56–113

Springfield to Madison by train and bus

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7h 52mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 238.6 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Chicago Bus Station and W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St in around 9h 10m.

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