What is the cheapest way to get from North Chicago to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from North Chicago to Springfield is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Chicago to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from North Chicago to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between North Chicago and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from North Chicago to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Lewis Ave & Audrey Nixon Blvd and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan, California & 35th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from North Chicago to Springfield?

The distance between North Chicago and Springfield is 220 miles. The road distance is 227.4 miles.

How do I travel from North Chicago to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from North Chicago to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs $30 - $90.

How long does it take to get from North Chicago to Springfield?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from North Chicago to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Chicago to Springfield bus from?

North Chicago to Springfield bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Train or bus from North Chicago to Springfield?

The best way to get from North Chicago to Springfield is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs $30 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $190 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the North Chicago to Springfield bus arrive?

North Chicago to Springfield bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Chicago station.

Can I drive from North Chicago to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between North Chicago to Springfield is 227 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from North Chicago to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 52+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 5 ways to get from North Chicago to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (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
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1. Take the train from North Chicago to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
5h 18m
$34–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus N2521
8h 36m
$73–188
Drive 226.1 mi
1. Drive from North Chicago to Springfieldcar 226.1 mi
3h 56m
$42–60
Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the train from North Chicago to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane ORD - SPI
4h 23m
$52–279
Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from North Chicago to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane ORD - DEC
3. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfieldtaxi
5h 4m
$148–402

North Chicago to Springfield by train and bus

38Weekly Services

5h 18mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from North Chicago to Springfield.

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Distance: 219.1 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between North Chicago, IL, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a train from North Chicago to Springfield via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lewis Ave & Audrey Nixon Blvd to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via 2253 N Belvidere Rd, Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan, California & 35th Street, Cottage Grove & Woodland Park, 35th Street & Cottage Grove, State & 95th Street, and Chicago in around 8h 36m.

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