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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Topeka is to bus which costs $60 - $130 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Topeka is to drive which takes 6h 14m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Topeka via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Topeka?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Topeka station. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Topeka Amtrak Station via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

How far is it from Springfield to Topeka?

The distance between Springfield and Topeka is 411 miles. The road distance is 373.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Topeka without a car is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 9h 40m to get from Springfield to Topeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Topeka bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Topeka train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Topeka?

The best way to get from Springfield to Topeka is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $60 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $220 and takes 10h 39m.

Where does the Springfield to Topeka bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Topeka train arrive?

Springfield to Topeka train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Topeka is 374 miles. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Springfield to Topeka.

How do I get a train ticket from Springfield to Topeka?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Springfield to Topeka?

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

Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 36+ hotels available in Topeka.

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

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

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

Bus
best
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 TopekaGreyhound US1200 / ...
9h 40m
$64–122
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Springfield to Kansas CityLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Topeka Amtrak StationSouthwest Chief
10h 39m
$62–219
Drive 371.4 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Topeka371.4 mi
6h 14m
$68–98
Fly to Manhattan Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)SPI - MHK
2. Take the bus from Manhattan to Topeka
7h 54m
$130–474
Fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Kansas City (MCI)SPI - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topeka
8h 59m
$134–542

Springfield to Topeka by bus

14Weekly Buses

9h 40mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 408.6 mi
Duration: 9h 40m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Topeka via St Louis Bus Station in around 9h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Springfield to Topeka Amtrak Station via Kansas City in around 10h 39m.

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