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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Milwaukee is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Milwaukee is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $95 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Milwaukee?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Milwaukee station. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Milwaukee Intermodal Station via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Milwaukee?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Milwaukee. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Milwaukee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Springfield to Milwaukee?

The distance between Springfield and Milwaukee is 271 miles. The road distance is 272.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Milwaukee without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs $40 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Springfield to Milwaukee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Milwaukee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Milwaukee train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Milwaukee?

The best way to get from Springfield to Milwaukee is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs $40 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $90 and takes 7h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $95 - $650 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Springfield to Milwaukee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Milwaukee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Milwaukee?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Milwaukee is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Springfield to Milwaukee.

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

Book your Springfield to Milwaukee train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Springfield to Milwaukee?

Book your Springfield to Milwaukee bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Milwaukee?

There are 273+ hotels available in Milwaukee.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Milwaukee by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
5h 43m
$44–116
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
7h 20m
$53–86
Drive 271.2 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Milwaukeecar 271.2 mi
4h 50m
$50–72
Fly
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane SPI - MKE
3h 53m
$97–620
Bus via Peoria
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Peoria to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus
3. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Stationbus
10h 23m

Springfield to Milwaukee by train (Amtrak)

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5h 43mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springfield to Milwaukee.

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Distance: 269.5 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Milwaukee, WI, USA?

You can take a train from Springfield to Milwaukee via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Milwaukee Intermodal Station via Chicago Bus Station in around 7h 20m.

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