What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Springfield is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $27 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Springfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago, IL and Springfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Springfield. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Chicago, IL to Springfield?

The distance between Chicago, IL and Springfield is 186 miles. The road distance is 199.1 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago, IL to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $27 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Chicago, IL to Springfield?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago, IL to Springfield bus from?

Chicago, IL to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago, IL to Springfield train from?

Chicago, IL to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago, IL to Springfield?

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Springfield is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $27 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $70 and takes 4h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $65 - $380 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Chicago, IL to Springfield bus arrive?

Chicago, IL to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

What is the time difference between Chicago, IL and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Chicago, IL. It is currently 9:07 PM in Chicago, IL and 8:07 PM in Springfield.

Where does the Chicago, IL to Springfield train arrive?

Chicago, IL to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Springfield station.

Can I drive from Chicago, IL to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago, IL to Springfield is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Chicago, IL to Springfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago, IL to Springfield?

Book your Chicago, IL to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Springfield?

Book your Chicago, IL to Springfield bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 48+ hotels available in Springfield.

Chicago, IL to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago, IL to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, 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 / ...
3h 4m
$27–260
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
4h 20m
$35–70
Drive 198 mi
1. Drive from Chicago, IL to Springfield198 mi
3h 23m
$37–53
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
3h 6m
$66–372
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
3h 43m
$142–395

Chicago, IL to Springfield by foot and train (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.3 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield 5 times a day. Tickets cost $27–260 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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