What is the cheapest way to get from Buffalo Grove to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Buffalo Grove to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buffalo Grove to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Buffalo Grove to Springfield is to line 604 bus and fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $65 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Buffalo Grove and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Buffalo Grove to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Dundee/Oak Creek/Ellen and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Woodfield Mall and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Buffalo Grove to Springfield?

The distance between Buffalo Grove and Springfield is 214 miles. The road distance is 210.1 miles.

How do I travel from Buffalo Grove to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Buffalo Grove to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $30 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Buffalo Grove to Springfield?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Buffalo Grove to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buffalo Grove to Springfield bus from?

Buffalo Grove to Springfield bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Woodfield Mall station.

Train or bus from Buffalo Grove to Springfield?

The best way to get from Buffalo Grove to Springfield is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $30 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $90 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Buffalo Grove to Springfield bus arrive?

Buffalo Grove to Springfield bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Illinois Terminal station.

Can I drive from Buffalo Grove to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Buffalo Grove to Springfield is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Buffalo Grove to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 46+ hotels available in Springfield.

Buffalo Grove to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Buffalo Grove to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, plane, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
5h 41m
$30–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Woodfield Mall to Illinois TerminalChicago to Champaign via shopping SB / ...
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
7h 29m
$67–90
Drive 208.9 mi
1. Drive from Buffalo Grove to Springfield208.9 mi
3h 36m
$39–56
Line 604 bus, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the bus from Dundee/Oak Creek/Ellen to Northwest Transportation Center
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
3h 26m
$69–396
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)ORD - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
4h 2m
$150–409

Buffalo Grove to Springfield by bus, train, and foot (Amtrak)

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5h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Buffalo Grove, Cook County, IL, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield 5 times a day. Tickets cost $25–80 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundee/Oak Creek/Ellen to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Northwest Transportation Center, Woodfield Mall, Illinois Terminal, and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr in around 7h 29m.

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