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

The cheapest way to get from Elburn to Springfield is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elburn to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Elburn and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Elburn to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Elburn and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Elburn to Springfield?

The distance between Elburn and Springfield is 230 miles. The road distance is 179.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elburn to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $28 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Elburn to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elburn to Springfield train from?

Elburn to Springfield train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elburn station.

Where does the Elburn to Springfield train arrive?

Elburn to Springfield train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Elburn to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Elburn to Springfield is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Elburn to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Elburn to Springfield - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Elburn to Springfield by train (Amtrak), 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
best
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCUp-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
5h 28m
$29–87
Drive 178.4 mi
1. Drive from Elburn to Springfield178.4 mi
3h 19m
$33–47
Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
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
4h 42m
$70–399
Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTC
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)ORD - DEC
3. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
5h 18m
$151–412

Elburn to Springfield by train and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.8 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Elburn to Springfield via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 28m.

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