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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to California is to fly which costs $140 - $650 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to California is to fly which takes 7h 29m and costs $140 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to California station. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Springfield and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 14h.

How far is it from Springfield to California?

The distance between Springfield and California is 1621 miles. The road distance is 1875.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to California without a car is to bus which takes 43h 10m and costs $300 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Springfield to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to California bus from?

Springfield to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to California train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to California?

The best way to get from Springfield to California is to fly which takes 7h 29m and costs $140 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $300 - $500 and takes 43h 10m, you could also train via Kansas City, which costs $500 - $1,400 and takes 44h 35m.

Where does the Springfield to California bus arrive?

Springfield to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and California?

California is 2h behind Springfield. It is currently 1:05 PM in Springfield and 11:05 AM in California.

Where does the Springfield to California train arrive?

Springfield to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Springfield to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to California is 1875 miles. It takes approximately 30h 49m to drive from Springfield to California.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near California?

There are 3388+ hotels available in California.

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There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to California by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SPI - SAN
7h 29m
$146–622
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to St Louis Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1210
43h 10m
$305–492
Train via Kansas City (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Kansas Citytrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
44h 35m
$521–1,316
Drive 1,864.3 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Los Angelescar 1,864.3 mi
30h 49m
$341–492
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle
2d 14h
$600–1,500

Springfield to California by bus

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Distance: 1,611.9 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and California, USA?

American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Los Angeles Union Station via St Louis Bus Station in around 43h 10m.

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