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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Springfield is to bus via Indianapolis which costs $70 - $140 and takes 11h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Springfield is to fly which takes 6h 8m and costs $85 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Indianapolis Union Station and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

How far is it from Detroit to Springfield?

The distance between Detroit and Springfield is 468 miles. The road distance is 453.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 9h 1m and costs $150 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 9h 1m to get from Detroit to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Springfield bus from?

Detroit to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Springfield train from?

Detroit to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Springfield?

The best way to get from Detroit to Springfield is to train which takes 9h 1m and costs $150 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 11h 10m, you could also fly, which costs $85 - $460 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Detroit to Springfield bus arrive?

Detroit to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 6:20 PM in Detroit and 5:20 PM in Springfield.

Where does the Detroit to Springfield train arrive?

Detroit to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Springfield is 454 miles. It takes approximately 7h 34m to drive from Detroit to Springfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Detroit to Springfield?

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

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

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 63+ hotels available in Springfield.

Detroit to Springfield - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Detroit to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), taxi, bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
9h 1m
$153–303
Bus via Indianapolis
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
11h 10m
$74–137
Drive 450.9 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Springfieldcar 450.9 mi
7h 34m
$83–119
Fly Detroit to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane DTW - SPI
6h 8m
$86–459
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
11h 57m
$132–206
Fly Detroit to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane DTW - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfieldtaxi
6h 52m
$172–522
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flintbus
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane FNT - SPI
9h 20m
$83–402
Fly Detroit to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane DTW - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfieldtrain
6h 47m
$435–1,020

Detroit to Springfield by train (Amtrak)

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9h 1mAverage Duration

$153Cheapest Price

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Distance: 465.1 mi
Duration: 9h 1m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Indianapolis Union Station and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr in around 11h 10m.

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