What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station is to fly and line 332 bus which takes 3h 17m and costs $45 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Elmhurst Train Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at 1st St & York St via Clinton & Jackson, Austin/Jackson and Lake St & Austin Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Elmhurst Train Station?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Elmhurst via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station?

The distance between Springfield and Elmhurst Train Station is 202 miles. The road distance is 188.1 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $30 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station train from?

Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Train or bus from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station?

The best way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $30 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 7h.

Where does the Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst Train Station?

There are 213+ hotels available in Elmhurst Train Station.

Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus, bus (Amtrak), 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 / ...
4h 24m
$30–310
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
7h
$43–82
Drive 187 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station187 mi
3h 21m
$35–50
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, line 332 bus
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2. Take the bus from Cargo Rd./Delta Cargo to York/Second/Palmer
3h 17m
$46–250
Bus via Peoria
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Oakbrook MallPeoria line
7h 33m
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
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
3h 50m
$149–371

Springfield to Elmhurst Train Station by train and foot (Amtrak)

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Elmhurst Train Station, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–310 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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