What is the cheapest way to get from University of Missouri to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from University of Missouri to Springfield is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Missouri to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from University of Missouri to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between University of Missouri and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from University of Missouri to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Columbia and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from University of Missouri to Springfield?

The distance between University of Missouri and Springfield is 249 miles. The road distance is 185.1 miles.

How do I travel from University of Missouri to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from University of Missouri to Springfield without a car is to taxi and train which takes 5h 27m and costs $140 - $250.

How long does it take to get from University of Missouri to Springfield?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from University of Missouri to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the University of Missouri to Springfield bus from?

University of Missouri to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbia station.

Bus or fly from University of Missouri to Springfield?

The best way to get from University of Missouri to Springfield is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $140 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the University of Missouri to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from University of Missouri to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Missouri to Springfield is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from University of Missouri to Springfield.

How do I get a bus ticket from University of Missouri to Springfield?

Book your University of Missouri to Springfield bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

University of Missouri to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from University of Missouri to Springfield by taxi, train, bus, 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.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from University of Missouri to Jefferson City Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Amtrak Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
5h 27m
$149–243
Drive 184 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from University of Missouri to Springfield184 mi
3h 28m
$34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Columbia to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US0175s
2. Take the train from St. Louis to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
6h 25m
$45–93
Fly
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)COU - SPI
4h 7m
$148–561
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US0175s
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
6h 32m
$44–64

University of Missouri to Springfield by foot, bus, and train

14Weekly Services

6h 25mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247.9 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between University of Missouri, MO, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

American Airlines flies from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from University of Missouri to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Columbia and St Louis Bus Station in around 6h 32m.

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