What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs $95 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Des Plaines station. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Des Plaines Metra Station via Peoria and Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Springfield to Des Plaines?

The distance between Springfield and Des Plaines is 182 miles. The road distance is 199.6 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $28 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Springfield to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Des Plaines bus from?

Springfield to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Des Plaines train from?

Springfield to Des Plaines train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Springfield to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs $95 - $310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $85 and takes 4h 18m, you could also bus, which costs $40 - $95 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Springfield to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Springfield to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Peoria Amtrak Station.

Where does the Springfield to Des Plaines train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Des Plaines is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Springfield to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 370+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Springfield to Des Plaines - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Des Plaines by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, taxi, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
1h 56m
$99–302
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
4h 18m
$29–83
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
5h 33m
$42–94
Drive 198.5 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Des Plaines198.5 mi
3h 32m
$37–53
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
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
2h 32m
$202–413
Bus via Peoria
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Woodfield MallPeoria line
7h 44m

Springfield to Des Plaines by train and foot (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Des Plaines, IL, USA?

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $25–80 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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