What is the cheapest way to get from La Plata to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from La Plata to Springfield is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Plata to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from La Plata to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between La Plata and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from La Plata station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from La Plata Station and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from La Plata to Springfield?

The distance between La Plata and Springfield is 254 miles. The road distance is 182.6 miles.

How do I travel from La Plata to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from La Plata to Springfield without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $75 - $150.

How long does it take to get from La Plata to Springfield?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from La Plata to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Plata to Springfield train from?

La Plata to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from La Plata Station.

Where does the La Plata to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Plata to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between La Plata to Springfield is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from La Plata to Springfield.

How do I get a train ticket from La Plata to Springfield?

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Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 50+ hotels available in Springfield.

La Plata to Springfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from La Plata to Springfield by train, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from La Plata Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Springfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 35m
$77–144
Drive 181.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Plata to Springfieldcar 181.6 mi
3h 7m
$34–48
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from La Plata Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
9h 31m
$148–325

La Plata to Springfield by train and bus (Amtrak)

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 252.3 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between La Plata, MO, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a train from La Plata Station to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 31m.

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