What is the cheapest way to get from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield is to drive which costs $18 - $28 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct train between Washington University in St. Louis and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Washington University in St. Louis station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from SKINKER station and arriving at Springfield via St. Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield?

The distance between Washington University in St. Louis and Springfield is 103 miles. The road distance is 103.8 miles.

Where do I catch the Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield train from?

Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Louis station.

Train or bus from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield?

The best way to get from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $20 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $29 and takes 3h 4m.

Can I drive from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield

Q: How long does it take to get from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield, including transfers.

There are 3 ways to get from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from St. Louis to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
2h 57m
$20–52
Drive 103.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield103.2 mi
1h 51m
$19–28
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
3h 4m
$20–28

Washington University in St. Louis to Springfield by foot and train (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.2 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Washington University in St. Louis, MO, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from St. Louis to Springfield 5 times a day. Tickets cost $18–50 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center twice daily. Tickets cost $17–26 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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