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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Elkhart is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Elkhart is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $120 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Transfer Center via Chicago and South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Elkhart station. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Springfield to Elkhart?

The distance between Springfield and Elkhart is 286 miles. The road distance is 272 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Elkhart without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs $50 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Springfield to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elkhart bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elkhart train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Springfield to Elkhart is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs $50 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $140 and takes 9h 4m, you could also fly, which costs $120 - $470 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Springfield to Elkhart bus arrive?

Springfield to Elkhart bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 12:58 AM in Springfield and 1:58 AM in Elkhart.

Where does the Springfield to Elkhart train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Elkhart is 272 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Springfield to Elkhart.

How do I get a train ticket from Springfield to Elkhart?

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Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 209+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Springfield to Elkhart - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Springfield to Elkhart by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, train, 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
6h 8m
$52–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INChicago
9h 4m
$45–133
Drive 270.4 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Elkhart270.4 mi
5h 3m
$50–72
Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Chicago O'Hare International 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 Elkhart Amtrak Station
5h 13m
$72–307
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 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 Elkhart Amtrak Station
5h 49m
$175–418
Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to South Bend
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to South Bend (SBN)SPI - SBN
4h 24m
$124–467
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to South Bend
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)ORD - SBN
6h 39m
$123–462

Springfield to Elkhart by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

6h 8mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.8 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

You can take a train from Springfield to Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Transfer Center via Chicago and South Street Station in around 9h 4m.

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