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 $60 - $95 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield is to drive which takes 5h 53m and costs $60 - $95.

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 and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Council Bluffs to Springfield?

The distance between Council Bluffs and Springfield is 383 miles. The road distance is 347 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 10h 23m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 10h 23m 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 Jefferson Lines, depart from Omaha station.

Bus or fly from Council Bluffs to Springfield?

The best way to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield is to bus which takes 10h 23m and costs $100 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $550 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Council Bluffs to Springfield bus arrive?

Council Bluffs to Springfield bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Council Bluffs to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Council Bluffs to Springfield is 347 miles. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Council Bluffs to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 98+ hotels available in Springfield.

Council Bluffs to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Council Bluffs to Springfield by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 706 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Springfieldbus Jefferson Lines 121
10h 23m
$101–146
Drive 345 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Council Bluffs to Springfieldcar 345 mi
5h 53m
$63–91
Fly Omaha to Springfield-Branson National Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)plane OMA - SGF
7h 5m
$119–523
Bus via Humansville
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Collinsbus
3. Take the bus from Collins to Springfieldbus
10h 42m
$114–166
Bus to Lincoln Municipal Airport, fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Lincoln, NEbus
2. Fly from Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)plane LNK - SGF
9h 39m
$173–710
Fly Omaha to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane OMA - STL
2. Take the bus from Saint Louis to Springfield CU Transit Centerbus
8h 31m
$633–968

Omaha (OMA) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) flights

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Distance: 380.9 mi
Duration: 10h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Broadway & 16th NW to Springfield via Farnam St & 18th NE, Omaha, and Kansas City in around 10h 23m. Alternatively, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Omaha (OMA) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) hourly.

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