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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Minneapolis is to train and fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $400 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Minneapolis Bus Station via Galesburg and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Government Plaza Station via Chicago Union Station and Union Depot Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

How far is it from Springfield to Minneapolis?

The distance between Springfield and Minneapolis is 406 miles. The road distance is 484.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Minneapolis without a car is to train which takes 12h 35m and costs $140 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Springfield to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Minneapolis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Minneapolis train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Springfield to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 5h 37m and costs $90 - $470. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $350 and takes 12h 35m, you could also bus via Des Moines, which costs $90 - $160 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Springfield to Minneapolis bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Minneapolis train arrive?

Springfield to Minneapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Minneapolis is 485 miles. It takes approximately 9h 11m to drive from Springfield to Minneapolis.

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

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

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Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane SPI - MSP
5h 37m
$91–469
Drive 482 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Minneapoliscar 482 mi
9h 11m
$88–128
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Borealis / ...
12h 35m
$148–350
Bus via Des Moines
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 Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
13h 35m
$92–154
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 Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane STL - MSP
5h 29m
$409–1,011
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 Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DEC - MSP
7h 2m
$92–468
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Minneapolisbus
16h 10m
$117–203

Springfield to Minneapolis by train and tram (Amtrak)

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12h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 403.6 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Springfield to Government Plaza Station via Chicago Union Station, St. Paul-Minneapolis, and Union Depot Station in around 12h 35m.

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