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 53m.

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 53m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct train between North Chicago and Springfield?

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

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 17m and costs $30 - $360.

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

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

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

North Chicago to Springfield train services, operated by Metra, depart from North Chicago 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 17m and costs $30 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $220 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the North Chicago to Springfield train arrive?

North Chicago to Springfield train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC 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 53m to drive from North Chicago to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 48+ 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
best
1. Take the train from North Chicago to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
5h 17m
$33–357
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - ChicagoMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
7h 34m
$77–215
Drive 226.1 mi
1. Drive from North Chicago to Springfield226.1 mi
3h 53m
$42–60
Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the train from North Chicago to Clybourn
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
4h 24m
$69–378
Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from North Chicago to Clybourn
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 1m
$145–401

North Chicago to Springfield by train and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.8 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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 and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 17m. 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, Sox-35th Red Line Station, Sox-35th, 95th, and Chicago in around 7h 34m.

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