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

The cheapest way to get from Elkhart to Springfield is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Elkhart to Springfield is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $150 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Elkhart and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Elkhart to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Franklin & 6th and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via South Bend, IN and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Elkhart and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Elkhart station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Elkhart Amtrak Station and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Elkhart to Springfield?

The distance between Elkhart and Springfield is 286 miles. The road distance is 275.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elkhart to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs $50 - $400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Elkhart to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elkhart to Springfield bus from?

Elkhart to Springfield bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from South Bend, IN station.

Where do I catch the Elkhart to Springfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Elkhart to Springfield?

The best way to get from Elkhart to Springfield is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs $50 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $120 and takes 8h 59m, you could also fly, which costs $150 - $650 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Elkhart to Springfield bus arrive?

Elkhart to Springfield bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Elkhart and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Elkhart. It is currently 5:42 PM in Elkhart and 4:42 PM in Springfield.

Where does the Elkhart to Springfield train arrive?

Elkhart to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elkhart to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Elkhart to Springfield is 276 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Elkhart to Springfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Elkhart to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Elkhart to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, 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 Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
6h 24m
$53–398
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to ChicagoColumbus / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
8h 59m
$44–116
Drive 274.3 mi
1. Drive from Elkhart to Springfield274.3 mi
5h
$51–73
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
5h 40m
$92–430
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
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
6h 18m
$168–453
Fly South Bend to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)SBN - SPI
4h 26m
$151–634

Elkhart to Springfield by train (Amtrak)

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6h 24mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.8 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Elkhart, IN, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Franklin & 6th to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via South Bend, IN and Chicago Bus Station in around 8h 59m.

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