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How to get fromLa Plata to Springfieldby train, bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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There are 3 ways to get from La Plata to Springfield by train, bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from La Plata Station to Kansas Citytrain train Southwest Chief
    2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Springfieldbus bus Jefferson Lines 121
    7h 55m
    $87–154

  2. Drive 239.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from La Plata to Springfieldcar car 239.8 mi
    4h 20m
    $44–64

  3. Shuttle, fly

    1. Take a shuttle bus from Hy-Vee - Kirksville to Columbiashuttle bus
    2. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)plane plane COU - SGF
    7h 27m
    $185–539

La Plata to Springfield by train, foot, and bus

Calendar4Weekly Services
Duration7h 55mAverage Duration
Ticket$87Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 306 mi
  • Duration: 7h 55m

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

There is no direct connection from La Plata to Springfield. However, you can take the train to Kansas City, walk to On Grand At Pershing Farside Northbound, take the line 201 bus to On 12Th At Charlotte Eastbound Nearside, walk to Kansas City, then take the bus to Springfield. Alternatively, you can drive from La Plata to Springfield in around 4h 20m.

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