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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Elgin is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Elgin is to fly and bus which takes 2h 54m and costs $45 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Highland Ave & Spring St via Peoria and Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Springfield to Elgin?

The distance between Springfield and Elgin is 207 miles. The road distance is 193.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $30 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Springfield to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elgin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Elgin?

The best way to get from Springfield to Elgin is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $30 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $140 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Springfield to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Elgin is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Springfield to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 136+ hotels available in Elgin.

Springfield to Elgin - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Elgin by plane, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
2h 54m
$48–256
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to ElginMd-W
5h 7m
$34–308
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4603
7h 20m
$63–134
Drive 192 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Elgin192 mi
3h 39m
$35–51
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, bus
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 bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
3h 28m
$151–377
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
8h 38m

Springfield to Elgin by train

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5h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 206.2 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Elgin via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via Chicago Bus Station, Chicago, Cumberland, Rosemont, and Rosemont CTA Station in around 7h 20m.

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