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

The cheapest way to get from Merrillville to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrillville to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Merrillville and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Merrillville to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Merillville, IN and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Merrillville to Springfield?

The distance between Merrillville and Springfield is 228 miles. The road distance is 196.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merrillville to Springfield without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 4m and costs $30 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Merrillville to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrillville to Springfield bus from?

Merrillville to Springfield bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Merillville, IN station.

Where does the Merrillville to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merrillville to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrillville to Springfield is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Merrillville to Springfield.

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

Book your Merrillville to Springfield bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merrillville to Springfield by bus, train, bus (Flixbus), 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Merillville, IN to ChicagoCleveland
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
5h 4m
$31–375
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merillville, IN to ChicagoCleveland
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
6h 20m
$39–105
Drive 195.1 mi
1. Drive from Merrillville to Springfield195.1 mi
3h 38m
$36–52
Bus, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the bus from Merillville, IN to Chicago
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
4h 6m
$70–407
Bus, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the bus from Merillville, IN to Chicago
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 43m
$146–430

Merrillville to Springfield by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.8 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Merillville, IN to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Chicago Bus Station in around 6h 20m.

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