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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Ocala is to drive which costs $170 - $260 and takes 16h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Ocala is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 5m and costs $180 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via Atlanta Bus Station, JRTC Bay H and Jacksonville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 41m.

How far is it from Springfield to Ocala?

The distance between Springfield and Ocala is 1021 miles. The road distance is 971.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Ocala without a car is to bus which takes 21h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Springfield to Ocala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Ocala bus from?

Springfield to Ocala bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where does the Springfield to Ocala bus arrive?

Springfield to Ocala bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Ocala?

Ocala is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 10:55 PM in Springfield and 11:55 PM in Ocala.

Can I drive from Springfield to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Ocala is 972 miles. It takes approximately 16h 34m to drive from Springfield to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 194+ hotels available in Ocala.

Springfield to Ocala - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Springfield to Ocala by plane, shuttle, bus, car, or train

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

Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Orlando, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Orlando (MCO)plane SPI - MCO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle
5h 5m
$184–887
Drive 966.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Ocalacar 966.1 mi
16h 34m
$177–255
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Station to Gainesvillebus
3. Take the bus from Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand to Ocalabus
21h 25m
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly to Orlando, shuttle
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louistrain
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Orlando (MCO)plane STL - MCO
3. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle
8h 21m
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly to Jacksonville, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louistrain
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Jacksonville (JAX)plane STL - JAX
3. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus
11h 35m
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly to Orlando Sanford, drive
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Orlando Sanford (SFB)plane PIA - SFB
3. Drive from Orlando-Sanford-Airport-SFB to Ocalacar
7h 16m
Train to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, fly to Orlando Sanford, drive
1. Take the train from Springfield to Bloomington-Normaltrain
2. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Orlando Sanford (SFB)plane BMI - SFB
3. Drive from Orlando-Sanford-Airport-SFB to Ocalacar
7h 13m
Bus via Jacksonville
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus
3. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus
24h 41m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Nashville Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Tallahasseebus
3. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Wildwoodbus
4. Take the bus from Wildwood Amtrak Station to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus
25h 56m

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Orlando (MCO) flights

2Weekly Planes

2h 26mAverage Duration

$107Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Springfield to Ocala.

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Distance: 1,015.2 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Ocala, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Ocala via Atlanta Bus Station, Garnett Station, Civic Center Station, Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Station, Gainesville, Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand, and Ocala in around 21h 25m.

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