What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Springfield is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $30 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop 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 Loop 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 Loop to Springfield?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Springfield is 186 miles. The road distance is 200.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $30 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop 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 Loop to Springfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Springfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago Loop to Springfield?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Springfield is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $30 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 4h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $60 - $350 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chicago Loop to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Springfield is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Chicago Loop to Springfield.

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

Book your Chicago Loop to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 49+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Loop 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 Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2h 55m
$30–260
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
4h 20m
$35–65
Drive 199.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Springfieldcar 199.1 mi
3h 25m
$37–53
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane ORD - SPI
2h 56m
$62–342
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane ORD - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfieldtaxi
3h 41m
$148–395

Chicago Loop to Springfield by train (Amtrak)

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chicago Loop to Springfield.

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–260 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 $35–65 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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