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

The cheapest way to get from Palatine to Springfield Station is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palatine to Springfield Station is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Palatine and Springfield Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Palatine to Springfield Station. 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 32m.

Is there a direct train between Palatine and Springfield Station?

No, there is no direct train from Palatine to Springfield Station. However, there are services departing from Palatine and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Palatine to Springfield Station?

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

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

The best way to get from Palatine to Springfield Station without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs $30 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Palatine to Springfield Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Springfield Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Palatine to Springfield Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Palatine to Springfield Station?

The best way to get from Palatine to Springfield Station is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs $30 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $100 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Palatine to Springfield Station bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Palatine and Springfield Station?

Springfield Station is 2h ahead of Palatine. It is currently 7:10 PM in Palatine and 9:10 PM in Springfield Station.

Where does the Palatine to Springfield Station train arrive?

Palatine to Springfield Station train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Palatine to Springfield Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Palatine to Springfield Station is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Palatine to Springfield Station.

Where can I stay near Springfield Station?

There are 44+ hotels available in Springfield Station.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Palatine to Springfield Station 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 OTCUp-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
4h 58m
$33–206
Bus
1. Take the bus from Woodfield Mall to Illinois TerminalChicago to Champaign via shopping SB / ...
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
7h 32m
$68–98
Drive 203.2 mi
1. Drive from Palatine to Springfield Station203.2 mi
3h 28m
$38–54
Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the train from Palatine to Irving Park
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
3h 20m
Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Palatine to Irving Park
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 Station
3h 57m

Palatine to Springfield Station by train and foot

38Weekly Services

4h 58mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Palatine to Springfield Station.

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Distance: 211.7 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a train from Palatine to Springfield via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rand/Evergreen to Springfield Station via Northwest Transportation Center, Woodfield Mall, Illinois Terminal, Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, and Springfield SMTD Transfer Center in around 7h 32m.

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