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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Evanston is to train which costs $23 - $85 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Evanston is to fly and train which takes 3h 6m and costs $45 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Rogers & Paulina via Jefferson & Harrison and State & Van Buren. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Davis via LaSalle/Van Buren. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Springfield to Evanston?

The distance between Springfield and Evanston is 200 miles. The road distance is 205.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $23 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Springfield to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Evanston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Evanston train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Evanston?

The best way to get from Springfield to Evanston is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $23 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $60 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Springfield to Evanston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Evanston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Evanston is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Springfield to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1226+ hotels available in Evanston.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Evanston by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), 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 Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
4h 14m
$23–81
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
5h 46m
$40–59
Drive 204.7 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Evanstoncar 204.7 mi
3h 50m
$38–54
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SPI - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Clybourntrain
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Evanstontrain
3h 6m
$48–247
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEC - ORD
3h 46m
$151–358

Springfield to Evanston by train, foot, and subway (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $21–80 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 $30–55 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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