What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Fox Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Fox Lake is to train which costs $27 - $85 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Fox Lake?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Fox Lake is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Fox Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Fox Lake. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Fox Lake via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Springfield to Fox Lake?

The distance between Springfield and Fox Lake is 236 miles. The road distance is 217.8 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Fox Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Fox Lake without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs $27 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Fox Lake?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Springfield to Fox Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Fox Lake train from?

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

Where does the Springfield to Fox Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Fox Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Fox Lake is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Springfield to Fox Lake.

Where can I stay near Fox Lake?

There are 105+ hotels available in Fox Lake.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Fox Lake by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, 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
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1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fox Laketrain Md-N
5h 48m
$28–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fox Laketrain Md-N
7h 8m
$41–64
Drive 216.5 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Fox Lakecar 216.5 mi
4h 16m
$40–58
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 Edgebrook to Fox Laketrain
4h 23m
$54–262
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
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
3. Take the train from Edgebrook to Fox Laketrain
5h 3m
$157–373
Bus to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
3. Take the train from Edgebrook to Fox Laketrain
6h 51m
$77–286

Springfield to Fox Lake by train

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5h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.6 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Fox Lake, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Springfield to Fox Lake via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 48m.

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