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

The cheapest way to get from Topeka to Springfield is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Topeka to Springfield is to drive which takes 6h 13m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Topeka and Springfield?

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

Is there a direct train between Topeka and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Topeka station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Topeka Amtrak Station and arriving at Springfield via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

How far is it from Topeka to Springfield?

The distance between Topeka and Springfield is 416 miles. The road distance is 372.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Topeka to Springfield without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 53m and costs $75 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 53m to get from Topeka to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Topeka to Springfield bus from?

Topeka to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Topeka station.

Where do I catch the Topeka to Springfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Topeka to Springfield?

The best way to get from Topeka to Springfield is to train which takes 11h 4m and costs $65 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 9h.

Where does the Topeka to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Topeka to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Topeka to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Topeka to Springfield is 373 miles. It takes approximately 6h 13m to drive from Topeka to Springfield.

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

Book your Topeka to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Topeka to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Topeka to Springfield by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Topeka to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US1200 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Louis to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
8h 53m
$78–169
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Topeka Amtrak Station to Kansas CitySouthwest Chief
2. Take the train from Kansas City to SpringfieldLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
11h 4m
$66–242
Drive 370.6 mi
1. Drive from Topeka to Springfield370.6 mi
6h 13m
$68–98
Bus to Manhattan Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Topeka to Manhattan
2. Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)MHK - SPI
10h 1m
$159–651
Bus
1. Take the bus from Topeka to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US1200 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
9h
$77–141
Bus to Kansas City, fly
1. Take the bus from Quincy Street Station - Topeka to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)MCI - SPI
7h 47m
$167–721

Topeka to Springfield by bus and train

14Weekly Services

8h 53mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 413.3 mi
Duration: 8h 53m

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

You can take a train from Topeka Amtrak Station to Springfield via Kansas City in around 11h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Topeka to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via St Louis Bus Station in around 9h.

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