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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Elburn is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Elburn is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Elburn?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Elburn. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Elburn via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Springfield to Elburn?

The distance between Springfield and Elburn is 230 miles. The road distance is 176.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Elburn without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $29 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Springfield to Elburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elburn train from?

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

Where does the Springfield to Elburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Elburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Elburn is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Springfield to Elburn.

Where can I stay near Elburn?

There are 45+ hotels available in Elburn.

Springfield to Elburn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Elburn by train (Amtrak), bus, train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ElburnUp-W
5h 23m
$30–83
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ElburnUp-W
6h 33m
$39–96
Drive 175 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Elburn175 mi
3h 24m
$32–47
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 OTC to Elburn
4h 26m
$49–269
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 OTC to Elburn
5h 3m
$152–390

Springfield to Elburn by train and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.8 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Elburn via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 5h 23m.

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