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

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Springfield is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Springfield?

The distance between DeKalb and Springfield is 248 miles. The road distance is 182.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from DeKalb to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs $30 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from DeKalb to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Springfield bus from?

DeKalb to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Train or bus from DeKalb to Springfield?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Springfield is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs $30 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the DeKalb to Springfield bus arrive?

DeKalb to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Springfield is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from DeKalb to Springfield.

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

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

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

DeKalb to Springfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from DeKalb to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, train, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCUp-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
6h 32m
$30–355
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0155S
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
6h 50m
$53–106
Drive 181.3 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Springfield181.3 mi
3h
$34–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTC
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
5h 47m
$70–387

DeKalb to Springfield by bus, train, and foot

38Weekly Services

6h 32mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.8 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Locust St at N 6th St - EB Stop #624 to Springfield via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, Chicago OTC, and Chicago Union Station in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dekalb to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Chicago Bus Station in around 6h 50m.

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