What is the cheapest way to get from Palos Heights to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Palos Heights to Springfield is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palos Heights to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Palos Heights to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Palos Heights and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Palos Heights to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Harlem Ave & 123rd St and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via 111th St & Harlem Ave, 111th Street & Harding Terminal and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Palos Heights to Springfield?

The distance between Palos Heights and Springfield is 185 miles. The road distance is 184 miles.

How do I travel from Palos Heights to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Palos Heights to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $29 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Palos Heights to Springfield?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Palos Heights to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palos Heights to Springfield bus from?

Palos Heights to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago station.

Train or bus from Palos Heights to Springfield?

The best way to get from Palos Heights to Springfield is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $29 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $100 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Palos Heights to Springfield bus arrive?

Palos Heights to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Can I drive from Palos Heights to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Palos Heights to Springfield is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Palos Heights to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Palos Heights to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Palos Heights 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Summit Amtrak to SpringfieldLincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
4h 34m
$30–76
Train via Chicago Union Station (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
5h 40m
$27–82
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
6h 51m
$41–98
Drive 182.9 mi
1. Drive from Palos Heights to Springfield182.9 mi
3h 12m
$34–49
Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the train from Worth to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
4h 57m
Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Worth to Chicago Union Station
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 34m

Palos Heights to Springfield by bus, foot, and train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.8 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Palos Heights, IL, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Summit Amtrak to Springfield 3 times a day. Tickets cost $27–70 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–90 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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