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

The cheapest way to get from Palatine to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palatine to Springfield is to train and fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $50 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Palatine and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Palatine to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Rand/Evergreen and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Woodfield Mall and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Palatine to Springfield?

The distance between Palatine and Springfield is 213 miles. The road distance is 204.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palatine to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $45 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Palatine to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Springfield bus from?

Palatine to Springfield bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Woodfield Mall station.

Train or bus from Palatine to Springfield?

The best way to get from Palatine to Springfield is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $80 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Palatine to Springfield bus arrive?

Palatine to Springfield bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Illinois Terminal station.

Can I drive from Palatine to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Palatine to Springfield is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Palatine to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 52+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Palatine 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 Palatine to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
4h 59m
$48–104
Drive 203.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palatine to Springfieldcar 203.1 mi
3h 30m
$38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Woodfield Mall to Illinois Terminalbus Chicago to Champaign via shopping SB / ...
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
7h 19m
$57–80
Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the train from Palatine to Irving Parktrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane ORD - SPI
3h 18m
$50–267
Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Palatine to Irving Parktrain
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
3h 59m
$146–390

Palatine to Springfield by train and bus

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Palatine to Springfield via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rand/Evergreen to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Northwest Transportation Center, Woodfield Mall, Illinois Terminal, and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr in around 7h 19m.

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