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

The cheapest way to get from Grayslake to Springfield is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grayslake to Springfield is to train and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $70 - $380.

Is there a direct train between Grayslake and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Grayslake to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Grayslake and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Grayslake to Springfield?

The distance between Grayslake and Springfield is 227 miles. The road distance is 223.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grayslake to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs $30 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Grayslake to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grayslake to Springfield train from?

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

Where does the Grayslake to Springfield train arrive?

Grayslake to Springfield train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Grayslake to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Grayslake to Springfield is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Grayslake to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 48+ hotels available in Springfield.

Grayslake to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 5 ways to get from Grayslake to Springfield by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, 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 Grayslake to Chicago Union StationMd-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
5h 17m
$32–356
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grayslake to Chicago Union StationMd-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
6h 51m
$38–81
Drive 222.3 mi
1. Drive from Grayslake to Springfield222.3 mi
3h 57m
$41–59
Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the train from Grayslake to Edgebrook
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
3h 45m
$70–380
Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Grayslake to Edgebrook
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
4h 22m
$146–403

Grayslake to Springfield by train

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5h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.9 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Grayslake to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 17m.

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