What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Council Bluffs?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Council Bluffs is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Council Bluffs?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Council Bluffs is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $110 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Council Bluffs?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Council Bluffs. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Broadway & 16th SE via Galesburg, Des Moines and Farnam St & 18th NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 19m.

How far is it from Springfield to Council Bluffs?

The distance between Springfield and Council Bluffs is 356 miles. The road distance is 420.9 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Council Bluffs without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Council Bluffs without a car is to bus which takes 12h 19m and costs $90 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Council Bluffs?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Springfield to Council Bluffs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Council Bluffs bus from?

Springfield to Council Bluffs bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Bus or fly from Springfield to Council Bluffs?

The best way to get from Springfield to Council Bluffs is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $110 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $170 and takes 12h 19m.

Where does the Springfield to Council Bluffs bus arrive?

Springfield to Council Bluffs bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Council Bluffs?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Council Bluffs is 421 miles. It takes approximately 7h 5m to drive from Springfield to Council Bluffs.

Where can I stay near Council Bluffs?

There are 258+ hotels available in Council Bluffs.

Springfield to Council Bluffs - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Springfield to Council Bluffs by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Omaha (OMA)plane SPI - OMA
4h 19m
$119–497
Drive 418.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Council Bluffscar 418.4 mi
7h 5m
$77–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
12h 19m
$94–169
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to Kansas Citytrain
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
16h 1m
$183–363
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louistrain
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Omaha (OMA)plane STL - OMA
5h 1m
$659–996
Bus to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Omaha (OMA)plane DEC - OMA
7h 1m
$125–497
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Omaha (OMA)plane PIA - OMA
7h 28m
$130–505

Springfield to Council Bluffs by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

12h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 354.3 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Council Bluffs, IA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Omaha (OMA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield to Broadway & 16th SE via Galesburg Amtrak Station, Galesburg, Des Moines, Omaha, NE, and Farnam St & 18th NE in around 12h 19m.

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