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 51m and costs $45 - $270.

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 $29 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Springfield to Elgin, including transfers.

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 $29 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $95 and takes 7h 58m.

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 137+ hotels available in Elgin.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Elgin by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, 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.

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 51m
$48–266
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
$30–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
2. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to O'Hare International Terminal 2
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4603
7h 58m
$69–94
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
$151–387

Springfield to Elgin by train

38Weekly Trains

5h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 206.2 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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 Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Illinois Terminal, O'Hare International Terminal 2, O'Hare, Rosemont, and Rosemont CTA Station in around 7h 58m.

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