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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Chicago Heights is to train which costs $23 - $75 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Chicago Heights is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Chicago Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Chicago Heights. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Halsted St & Lincoln Hwy via 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Springfield to Chicago Heights?

The distance between Springfield and Chicago Heights is 183 miles. The road distance is 177.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Chicago Heights without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs $23 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Springfield to Chicago Heights, including transfers.

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

Springfield to Chicago Heights bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Train or bus from Springfield to Chicago Heights?

The best way to get from Springfield to Chicago Heights is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs $23 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 352 bus, which costs $35 - $95 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Springfield to Chicago Heights bus arrive?

Springfield to Chicago Heights bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Chicago Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Chicago Heights is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Springfield to Chicago Heights.

Where can I stay near Chicago Heights?

There are 85+ hotels available in Chicago Heights.

Springfield to Chicago Heights - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Chicago Heights by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, 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 Springfield to Joliet Gateway CenterLincoln Service / ...
4h 37m
$23–73
Bus, line 352 bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to ChicagoFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J to Halsted St & Lincoln Hwy352
5h 13m
$38–95
Drive 176.9 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Chicago Heights176.9 mi
3h 16m
$33–47
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 211th St.
4h 24m
$50–260
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DEC - ORD
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 211th St.
5h
$153–381

Springfield to Chicago Heights by train and bus (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.6 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Joliet Gateway Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost $21–70 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Halsted St & Lincoln Hwy via Chicago and 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J in around 5h 13m.

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