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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Springfield is to bus which costs $160 - $370 and takes 36h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Springfield is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs $290 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Phoenix Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and Springfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tucson Amtrak Station station and arriving at Springfield. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 47h 10m.

How far is it from Tucson to Springfield?

The distance between Tucson and Springfield is 1321 miles. The road distance is 1522.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 36h 20m and costs $160 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Tucson to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Springfield bus from?

Tucson to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Springfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to Springfield?

The best way to get from Tucson to Springfield is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs $290 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $370 and takes 36h 20m, you could also train, which costs $170 - $550 and takes 47h 10m.

Where does the Tucson to Springfield bus arrive?

Tucson to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h ahead of Tucson. It is currently 11:58 PM in Tucson and 12:58 AM in Springfield.

Where does the Tucson to Springfield train arrive?

Tucson to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Springfield station.

Can I drive from Tucson to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Springfield is 1523 miles. It takes approximately 25h 18m to drive from Tucson to Springfield.

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

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

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 49+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Tucson to Springfield by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, train, 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 Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)TUS - SPI
7h 50m
$294–1,317
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
36h 20m
$160–362
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to SpringfieldTexas Eagle
47h 10m
$170–550
Drive 1,513.7 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Springfield1,513.7 mi
25h 18m
$277–399
Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)TUS - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfield
9h 55m
$281–1,258
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)TUS - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Springfield
9h 49m

Tucson to Springfield by bus

7Weekly Buses

36h 20mAverage Duration

$160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,313.4 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

American Airlines flies from Tucson (TUS) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tucson to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Phoenix Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 36h 20m.

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