What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest?

The distance between Springfield and Shawnee National Forest is 241 miles. The road distance is 201.7 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 5h 26m and costs $120 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest, including transfers.

Can I drive from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Shawnee National Forest is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest.

Where can I stay near Shawnee National Forest?

There are 10+ hotels available in Shawnee National Forest.

Springfield to Shawnee National Forest - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest by bus, taxi, car, or plane

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

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Carbondale Intermodal StationFlixBus N2521
2. Take the taxi from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Shawnee National Forest
5h 26m
$124–216
Drive 200.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest200.5 mi
4h 24m
$37–53
Fly, drive
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Evansville (EVV)SPI - EVV
2. Drive from Evansville (EVV) to Shawnee National Forest
8h 16m
$86–372

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Evansville (EVV) flights

7Weekly Planes

5h 36mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Shawnee National Forest, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest. However, you can take the bus to Carbondale Intermodal Station then take the taxi to Shawnee National Forest. Alternatively, you can drive from Springfield to Shawnee National Forest in around 4h 24m.

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