What is the cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield is to fly which takes 7h 4m and costs $95 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Council Bluffs and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Council Bluffs to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 16th NW and arriving at Springfield via Omaha, NE, Des Moines and Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

How far is it from Council Bluffs to Springfield?

The distance between Council Bluffs and Springfield is 356 miles. The road distance is 420.7 miles.

How do I travel from Council Bluffs to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 12h 23m and costs $90 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield?

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Council Bluffs to Springfield bus from?

Council Bluffs to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Omaha, NE station.

Bus or fly from Council Bluffs to Springfield?

The best way to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield is to fly which takes 7h 4m and costs $95 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $180 and takes 12h 23m.

Where does the Council Bluffs to Springfield bus arrive?

Council Bluffs to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Council Bluffs to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Council Bluffs to Springfield is 421 miles. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Council Bluffs to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 62+ hotels available in Springfield.

Council Bluffs to Springfield - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield by plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane OMA - SPI
7h 4m
$97–460
Drive 418.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Council Bluffs to Springfieldcar 418.3 mi
7h 4m
$77–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Springfieldbus
12h 23m
$93–171
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 706
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
15h 20m
$176–331
Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane OMA - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfieldtrain
7h 12m
$636–971
Fly to Decatur Airport, bus
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane OMA - DEC
2. Take the bus from Decatur Downtown Transportation Center to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
8h 34m
$103–461
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)plane OMA - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Springfieldbus
10h 6m
$103–469

Council Bluffs to Springfield by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

12h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 354 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Council Bluffs, IA, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Omaha (OMA) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway & 16th NW to Springfield via Farnam St & 18th NE, Omaha, NE, Des Moines, Galesburg, and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 12h 23m.

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