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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Springfield is to bus which costs $140 - $280 and takes 24h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Springfield is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $100 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Springfield station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Springfield Union Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Springfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Springfield. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 19m.

How far is it from Chicago to Springfield?

The distance between Chicago and Springfield is 823 miles. The road distance is 903.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 19h 19m and costs $140 - $490.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Chicago to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Springfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Springfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Springfield?

The best way to get from Chicago to Springfield is to fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $140 - $850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $490 and takes 19h 19m, you could also bus, which costs $140 - $280 and takes 24h.

Where does the Chicago to Springfield bus arrive?

Chicago to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 5:25 AM in Chicago and 6:25 AM in Springfield.

Where does the Chicago to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Springfield is 904 miles. It takes approximately 15h 14m to drive from Chicago to Springfield.

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

Book your Chicago to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 103+ hotels available in Springfield.

Chicago to Springfield - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Springfield by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bradley International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)ORD - BDL
5h 53m
$146–848
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Laguardia Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)MDW - LGA
2. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to New Haven
3. Take the train from New Haven to Springfield
8h 59m
$104–688
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLake Shore Limited
19h 19m
$140–490
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Newark Penn StationFlixBus N2640
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Springfield Union StationFlixBus N2605 / ...
24h
$140–275
Drive 898.3 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Springfield898.3 mi
15h 14m
$164–237
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Bradley International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)MDW - BDL
5h 29m
$106–798
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Albany County Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Albany County Airport (ALB)MDW - ALB
2. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to Springfield Union Station
7h 22m
$146–769
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany County Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Albany County Airport (ALB)ORD - ALB
2. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to Springfield Union Station
7h 50m
$226–619
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)MDW - BOS
2. Take the train from Boston to Springfield
7h 46m
$136–994

Chicago to Springfield by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 818.6 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bradley International Airport (BDL) hourly. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield once daily. Tickets cost $140–490 and the journey takes 19h 19m.

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