What is the cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Springfield is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Traverse City to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Traverse City to Springfield is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $75 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Traverse City and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Traverse City to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Traverse City, MI and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

How far is it from Traverse City to Springfield?

The distance between Traverse City and Springfield is 408 miles. The road distance is 488 miles.

How do I travel from Traverse City to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Springfield without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 13m and costs $85 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Traverse City to Springfield?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Traverse City to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Traverse City to Springfield bus from?

Traverse City to Springfield bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City, MI station.

Bus or fly from Traverse City to Springfield?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Springfield is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $75 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $150 and takes 14h 45m.

Where does the Traverse City to Springfield bus arrive?

Traverse City to Springfield bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Kalamazoo, MI station.

What is the time difference between Traverse City and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Traverse City. It is currently 8:11 AM in Traverse City and 7:11 AM in Springfield.

Can I drive from Traverse City to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Traverse City to Springfield is 488 miles. It takes approximately 8h 15m to drive from Traverse City to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Traverse City to Springfield by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or taxi

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 Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane TVC - SPI
3h 52m
$77–353
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Grand Rapids, MIbus
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain
13h 13m
$85–192
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Kalamazoo, MIbus
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
14h 45m
$85–149
Drive 485.1 mi
1. Drive from Traverse City to Springfieldcar 485.1 mi
8h 15m
$89–128
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane TVC - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfieldtaxi
4h 48m
$168–476

Traverse City to Springfield by bus and train

7Weekly Services

13h 13mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 405.6 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Traverse City, MI, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Traverse City, MI to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Chicago Bus Station in around 14h 45m.

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