What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to East Saint Louis?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to East Saint Louis is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to East Saint Louis?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to East Saint Louis is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and East Saint Louis?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to East Saint Louis station. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at St Louis Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and East Saint Louis?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to East Saint Louis station. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at 5TH & MISSOURI station via CIVIC CENTER station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Springfield to East Saint Louis?

The distance between Springfield and East Saint Louis is 102 miles. The road distance is 95.5 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to East Saint Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to East Saint Louis without a car is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $19 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to East Saint Louis?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Springfield to East Saint Louis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to East Saint Louis bus from?

Springfield to East Saint Louis bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to East Saint Louis train from?

Springfield to East Saint Louis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Train or bus from Springfield to East Saint Louis?

The best way to get from Springfield to East Saint Louis is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $19 - $29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Springfield to East Saint Louis bus arrive?

Springfield to East Saint Louis bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Where does the Springfield to East Saint Louis train arrive?

Springfield to East Saint Louis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Louis station.

Can I drive from Springfield to East Saint Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to East Saint Louis is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Springfield to East Saint Louis.

Where can I stay near East Saint Louis?

There are 456+ hotels available in East Saint Louis.

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There are 3 ways to get from Springfield to East Saint Louis by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to St Louis Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2h 1m
$19–29
Drive 94.9 mi
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1. Drive from Springfield to East Saint Louiscar 94.9 mi
1h 38m
$18–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louistrain Lincoln Service / ...
2h 4m
$34–66

Springfield to East Saint Louis by bus and train

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Distance: 101.2 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and East Saint Louis, IL, USA?

FlixBus-us operates a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to St Louis Bus Station 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 45m. Flixbus USA also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to St. Louis 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 1h 48m.

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