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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Springfield travel guide

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You're Going to Love Springfield

With a population of 30,484, Springfield is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Springfield deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Springfield

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bertucci's - Springfield (6525 Frontier Drive) and 54 Restaurant (6795 Spring Mall Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Springfield

Springfield in August
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Springfield in August
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Springfield

Plane

When flying to Springfield, you’ll arrive at Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Springfield departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Springfield, followed by Acela. The train journey from Springfield to Baltimore takes 0h 37m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Springfield is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 11 miles from Springfield. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Springfield, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and CoachRun. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Springfield takes 170 miles and will cost you around $29. From New York, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Springfield Blacklick N Park & Ride, located 1.4 miles from downtown Springfield. Springfield Bus Terminal - 6770 Frontier Dr is also a commonly used station, and is 1.8 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Springfield, you’ll arrive at Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Springfield departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Springfield, followed by Acela. The train journey from Springfield to Baltimore takes 0h 37m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Springfield is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 11 miles from Springfield. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Springfield, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and CoachRun. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Springfield takes 170 miles and will cost you around $29. From New York, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Springfield Blacklick N Park & Ride, located 1.4 miles from downtown Springfield. Springfield Bus Terminal - 6770 Frontier Dr is also a commonly used station, and is 1.8 miles from the city center.

Airports near Springfield

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Where to stay in popular areas of Springfield

Most booked hotels in Springfield

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Citizenm Washington Dc Capitol
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1675 reviews)
$159+
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Washington Plaza Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 4434 reviews)
$160+
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The St. Gregory Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2071 reviews)
$221+
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Hotel Washington
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1314 reviews)
$297+
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Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 4851 reviews)
$204+
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Embassy Suites Springfield
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 662 reviews)
$178+
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Renting a car in Springfield

Renting a car in Springfield costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Springfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Springfield is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Springfield costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Springfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Springfield is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Springfield

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$46/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$47/day

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