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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Salem is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Salem is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Salem. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Mount Vernon via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Springfield to Salem?

The distance between Springfield and Salem is 200 miles. The road distance is 108.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs $80 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Springfield to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Salem bus from?

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

Where does the Springfield to Salem bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Salem is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Springfield to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are six+ hotels available in Salem.

Springfield to Salem - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Springfield to Salem by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
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 Mount Vernonbus Greyhound US0185 / ...
4h 25m
$82–118
Drive 107.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Salemcar 107.4 mi
2h 28m
$20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Centralia Amtraktrain Saluki / ...
4h 43m
$84–152

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Distance: 198.6 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Salem, Marion County, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Salem via St Louis Bus Station and Mount Vernon in around 4h 25m.

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