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Old House at Peace field
The main historic home at Adams National Historical Park, visited by guided tour for its rooms, library, and family stories.
Buses from Columbia, MO to Quincy, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 13:30, the last at 15:40. The fastest bus covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 1:30 PM |
Last bus 3:40 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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The main historic home at Adams National Historical Park, visited by guided tour for its rooms, library, and family stories.
Compact local museum presenting Quincy’s granite, shipbuilding, and civic history through objects, photos, and archives.
Seasonal naval museum aboard a preserved Cold War cruiser with exhibits, decks, and harbor views near Marina Bay.
Granite-faced civic square in downtown Quincy with shops, events, and easy access to key historic attractions.
Large waterfront park with skyline views, walking paths, beaches, and broad lawns popular with locals year-round.
Scenic shoreline roadway and walking area favored for sea views, breezes, and access to Wollaston Beach.
Roast beef sandwich on an onion roll, often served rare with barbecue sauce, mayo and cheese. A defining South Shore fast-food specialty popular in Quincy.
Fresh local lobster meat dressed lightly with mayo or butter in a split roll. A classic Massachusetts seaside staple widely loved around Quincy Bay.
Creamy New England clam chowder with clams, potatoes and dairy. It is a regional classic tied to Massachusetts coastal cooking and seafood culture.
Established Italian restaurant known for generous pasta, seafood and classic red-sauce dishes in a comfortable traditional dining room.
Busy seafood spot known for fried clams, lobster rolls and other New England classics in a casual harbor-area setting.
Stylish waterfront restaurant serving seafood, steaks and cocktails with marina views and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Quincy is moderate for U.S. travelers, with average hotel rates, affordable casual dining, and limited public transit making car or taxi costs more relevant.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 per drink or coffee in cafes if service is good.
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Most Columbia, MO to Quincy, IL buses use the Columbia, Highway 40 W (Midway Truck Plaza) to Quincy, 7th Street / Jersey Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Columbia, MO and Quincy, IL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Columbia, Highway 40 W (Midway Truck Plaza) is 8 km from Columbia city centre. Public transport options include:
Columbia, Highway 40 W (Midway Truck Plaza) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food options available within the plaza.
Wi-Fi available inside the truck plaza building. ATMs are aTM machines are available inside the truck plaza.
Ticket office support is available at Columbia, Highway 40 W (Midway Truck Plaza).
Available at Columbia, Highway 40 W (Midway Truck Plaza): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Columbia, Highway 40 W (Midway Truck Plaza): Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
Columbia, Wabash Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Columbia, Wabash Bus Station. ATMs are available at Columbia, Wabash Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Columbia, Wabash Bus Station.
Available at Columbia, Wabash Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Columbia, Wabash Bus Station: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Quincy, 7th Street / Jersey Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Quincy, 7th Street / Jersey Street. ATMs are available at Quincy, 7th Street / Jersey Street.
Ticket office support is available at Quincy, 7th Street / Jersey Street.
Available at Quincy, 7th Street / Jersey Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Quincy, 7th Street / Jersey Street: Accessible entrance available.
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