What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Red River Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Red River Gorge is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Red River Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Red River Gorge is to fly and drive which takes 5h 41m and costs $190 - $950.

How far is it from Springfield to Red River Gorge?

The distance between Springfield and Red River Gorge is 567 miles. The road distance is 613.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Red River Gorge?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Springfield to Red River Gorge, including transfers.

Can I drive from Springfield to Red River Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Red River Gorge is 613 miles. It takes approximately 10h 5m to drive from Springfield to Red River Gorge.

Where can I stay near Red River Gorge?

There are 80+ hotels available in Red River Gorge.

Springfield to Red River Gorge - 6 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Red River Gorge by plane, car, 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.

Fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)SGF - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Red River Gorge
5h 41m
$199–938
Bus, drive (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to St Louis Bus Station
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lexington Bus Stop
4. Drive from Lexington Bus Stop to Red River Gorge
15h 31m
$110–324
Drive 609.6 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Red River Gorge609.6 mi
10h 5m
$112–161
Fly to Tri-State Airport, drive
1. Fly from Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to Tri-State Airport (HTS)SGF - HTS
2. Drive from Tri-State Airport (HTS) to Red River Gorge
7h 14m
$119–465
Fly to Yeager Airport, drive
1. Fly from Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to Yeager Airport (CRW)SGF - CRW
2. Drive from Yeager Airport (CRW) to Red River Gorge
7h 36m
$124–484
Bus, drive via Champaign
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to St Louis Bus Station
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
3. Take the bus from Champaign to Indianapolis Union Station
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lexington Bus Stop
5. Drive from Lexington Bus Stop to Red River Gorge
17h 41m
$140–359

Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) flights

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5h 37mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Springfield to Red River Gorge.

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Distance: 563.2 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Springfield, MO, USA and Red River Gorge, KY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Springfield to Red River Gorge. However, you can take the taxi to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) airport, fly to Blue Grass Airport (LEX), then drive to Red River Gorge. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Red River Gorge via St Louis Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station, and Lexington Bus Stop in around 15h 31m.

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How to get fromSpringfield to Red River Gorgeby plane, car or bus

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Red River Gorge by plane, car, or bus

Fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive

Bus, drive (Greyhound)

Drive 609.6 mi

Fly to Tri-State Airport, drive

Fly to Yeager Airport, drive

Bus, drive via Champaign