What is the cheapest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $65 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Shedd Aquarium and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield. However, there are services departing from State & Roosevelt and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield?

The distance between Shedd Aquarium and Springfield is 188 miles. The road distance is 200.1 miles.

How do I travel from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs $27 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shedd Aquarium to Springfield bus from?

Shedd Aquarium to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago station.

Train, bus or fly from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield?

The best way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs $27 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $95 and takes 5h 53m, you could also fly, which costs $65 - $400 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Shedd Aquarium to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Shedd Aquarium to Springfield is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Shedd Aquarium to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, 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 Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
4h 20m
$27–82
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
5h 53m
$37–92
Drive 198.9 mi
1. Drive from Shedd Aquarium to Springfield198.9 mi
3h 26m
$37–53
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
3h 26m
$66–392
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)ORD - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
4h 3m
$148–405

Shedd Aquarium to Springfield by foot, bus, and train (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.1 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Shedd Aquarium, IL, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield 5 times a day. Tickets cost $25–80 and the journey takes 2h 55m. 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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