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 33m.

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 4m and costs $180 - $550.

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 St Louis Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, JRTC Bay H and Jacksonville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 31m.

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 26h 31m and costs $190 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m 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 USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where does the Springfield to Ocala bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Springfield and Ocala?

Ocala is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 11:07 AM in Springfield and 12:07 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 33m to drive from Springfield to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 195+ hotels available in Ocala.

Springfield to Ocala - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Ocala by plane, shuttle, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound, Amtrak), train, bus, or car

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Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, 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 4m
$184–547
Drive 966 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Ocalacar 966 mi
16h 33m
$177–255
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus
4. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus
26h 31m
$191–353
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Jacksonvilletrain
3. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus
42h 46m
$596–1,275
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly, 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
$285–625

Springfield to Ocala by bus

7Weekly Buses

26h 31mAverage Duration

$191Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,015 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via St Louis Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, Jacksonville, JRTC Bay H, Amtrak Station, and Jacksonville in around 26h 31m.

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