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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Springfield is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Springfield is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Princeton Station and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Princeton to Springfield?

The distance between Princeton and Springfield is 177 miles. The road distance is 124.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton to Springfield without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Princeton to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Springfield train from?

Princeton to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Princeton Station.

Where does the Princeton to Springfield train arrive?

Princeton to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Princeton to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Springfield is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Princeton to Springfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Princeton to Springfield?

Book your Princeton to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 44+ hotels available in Springfield.

Princeton to Springfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Princeton to Springfield by train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Galesburg Amtrak StationSouthwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to SpringfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 5m
Drive 123.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Princeton to Springfield123.9 mi
2h 26m
$23–33
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Chicago Union StationSouthwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
6h 16m
$45–252

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Princeton to Springfield.

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Distance: 175.6 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Princeton Station to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 16m.

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