What is the travel distance from Springfield to Lincoln?

The distance between Springfield and Lincoln is approximately 46 km (29 miles).

Springfield to Lincoln from US$16 | Refundable Tickets

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Departure time: September 12 at 7:24pm
Departure city: Springfield
Departure location: Springfield Station
Arrival time: September 12 at 7:46pm
Destination city: Lincoln
Destination location: Lincoln City, IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 22m
Departure time: September 12 at 4:46pm
Departure city: Springfield
Departure location: Springfield Station
Arrival time: September 12 at 5:08pm
Destination city: Lincoln
Destination location: Lincoln City, IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 22m
Departure time: September 12 at 10:03am
Departure city: Springfield
Departure location: Springfield Station
Arrival time: September 12 at 10:29am
Destination city: Lincoln
Destination location: Lincoln City, IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 26m
Departure time: September 12 at 8:22am
Departure city: Springfield
Departure location: Springfield Station
Arrival time: September 12 at 8:44am
Destination city: Lincoln
Destination location: Lincoln City, IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 22m
Departure time: September 12 at 6:11am
Departure city: Springfield
Departure location: Springfield Station
Arrival time: September 12 at 6:36am
Destination city: Lincoln
Destination location: Lincoln City, IL
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 25m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield to Lincoln

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$16 - US$16	Average Duration22m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average PriceUS$7 - US$16	Average Duration22m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Springfield to Lincoln

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

22mAverage Duration

US$7Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Springfield, IL to Lincoln, IL, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$16

Average Bus Trip Duration22m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure7:24pm

Distance46 km

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Amtrak

4/55,407 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5407 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$16

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Springfield to Lincoln Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Springfield, IL - Lincoln, IL, US

What is the travel distance from Springfield to Lincoln?
The distance between Springfield and Lincoln is approximately 46 km (29 miles).

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Springfield and Lincoln!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Springfield to Lincoln.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Springfield to Lincoln.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Springfield to Lincoln while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

You can also go to Lincoln, IL, US by train

Train from Springfield, IL to Lincoln, IL, US

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