What is the cheapest way to get from Peoria to Topeka?

The cheapest way to get from Peoria to Topeka is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 7h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Peoria to Topeka?

The fastest way to get from Peoria to Topeka is to drive which takes 7h 49m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Peoria and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Peoria station to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Peoria Amtrak Station and arriving at Topeka via Washington & 4th, Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 46m.

How far is it from Peoria to Topeka?

The distance between Peoria and Topeka is 388 miles. The road distance is 417.2 miles.

How do I travel from Peoria to Topeka without a car?

The best way to get from Peoria to Topeka without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 52m and costs $120 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Peoria to Topeka?

It takes approximately 8h 52m to get from Peoria to Topeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peoria to Topeka bus from?

Peoria to Topeka bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Peoria Amtrak Station.

Where does the Peoria to Topeka bus arrive?

Peoria to Topeka bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Springfield station.

Can I drive from Peoria to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Peoria to Topeka is 417 miles. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Peoria to Topeka.

Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 40+ hotels available in Topeka.

Peoria to Topeka - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Peoria to Topeka by bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Peoria to Galesburgbus Btw 1401
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Topeka Stationtrain Southwest Chief
8h 52m
$126–253
Drive 414.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peoria to Topekacar 414.8 mi
7h 49m
$76–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Springfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Topekabus
11h 46m
$87–158
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Peoria, Bradley University to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane ORD - MHK
3. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Topekacar
8h 16m
$116–417
Fly Peoria International Airport to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PIA - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 31m
$141–606
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Take the bus from Peoria, Bradley University to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ORD - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
11h 10m
$435–865

Peoria to Topeka by bus and train

7Weekly Services

8h 52mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 385.8 mi
Duration: 8h 52m

What companies run services between Peoria, IL, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Topeka via Springfield, Washington & 4th, Springfield SMTD Transfer Center, and St Louis Bus Station in around 11h 46m.

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