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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Ridge to Springfield is to bus which costs $28 - $55 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Ridge to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Ridge and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Ridge to Springfield. However, there are services departing from 111th St & Ridgeland Ave and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via 111th Street & Harding Terminal and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Ridge and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago Ridge to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Chicago Ridge and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Chicago Ridge to Springfield?

The distance between Chicago Ridge and Springfield is 202 miles. The road distance is 186.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Ridge to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $40 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Ridge to Springfield?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Chicago Ridge to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago Ridge to Springfield bus from?

Chicago Ridge to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago station.

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

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

Train or bus from Chicago Ridge to Springfield?

The best way to get from Chicago Ridge to Springfield is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $40 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $55 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Chicago Ridge to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chicago Ridge to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago Ridge to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Ridge to Springfield is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Chicago Ridge to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 52+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Ridge to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, 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 / ...
4h 33m
$44–100
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus N2521
5h 45m
$29–50
Drive 185.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Ridge to Springfieldcar 185.2 mi
3h 17m
$34–49
Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the train from Chicago Ridge to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane ORD - SPI
3h 54m
$50–267
Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Chicago Ridge to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane ORD - DEC
3. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfieldtaxi
4h 35m
$146–390

Chicago Ridge to Springfield by train (Amtrak)

38Weekly Trains

4h 33mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago Ridge to Springfield.

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–95 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center twice daily. Tickets cost $24–45 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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