What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Downers Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Downers Grove is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Downers Grove?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Downers Grove is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Downers Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Downers Grove. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Ogden Ave / Main St via Illinois Terminal, Oak Brook Center / Macy's and Yorktown Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Springfield to Downers Grove?

The distance between Springfield and Downers Grove is 177 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Downers Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Downers Grove without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $23 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Downers Grove?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Springfield to Downers Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Downers Grove bus from?

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

Where does the Springfield to Downers Grove bus arrive?

Springfield to Downers Grove bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Downers Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Downers Grove is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Springfield to Downers Grove.

Where can I stay near Downers Grove?

There are 327+ hotels available in Downers Grove.

Springfield to Downers Grove - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Downers Grove by train, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Joliet Gateway CenterLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Pace Transit Center Bay C to Main St & Ogden Ave834
4h 35m
$24–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans CtrFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to Oakbrook MallChampaign to Chicago ends at Woodfield NB / ...
6h 40m
$67–90
Drive 178 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Downers Grove178 mi
3h 11m
$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 Chicago Union Station to Downers Grove
3h 34m
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 Chicago Union Station to Downers Grove
4h 10m

Springfield to Downers Grove by train and bus

38Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.9 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Downers Grove, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Ogden Ave / Main St via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Illinois Terminal, Oak Brook Center / Macy's, and Yorktown Center in around 6h 40m.

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