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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Pontiac is to bus which costs $65 - $130 and takes 14h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Pontiac is to fly and bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $130 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Downtown Pontiac via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Indianapolis, IN and Jefferson & Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Pontiac station. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Springfield to Pontiac?

The distance between Springfield and Pontiac is 424 miles. The road distance is 450.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Pontiac without a car is to train which takes 10h 25m and costs $130 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Springfield to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Pontiac bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Pontiac train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Pontiac?

The best way to get from Springfield to Pontiac is to train which takes 10h 25m and costs $130 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $55 - $130 and takes 12h 46m.

Where does the Springfield to Pontiac bus arrive?

Springfield to Pontiac bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Pontiac?

Pontiac is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 11:10 AM in Springfield and 12:10 PM in Pontiac.

Where does the Springfield to Pontiac train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Pontiac is 451 miles. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Springfield to Pontiac.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 498+ hotels available in Pontiac.

Springfield to Pontiac - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 9 ways to get from Springfield to Pontiac by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, train, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane SPI - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint Amtrak to Pontiac Amtrakbus
5h 45m
$135–634
Bus via Indianapolis
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Detroit, MIbus
4. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
12h 46m
$59–130
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
10h 25m
$130–287
Drive 447.9 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Pontiaccar 447.9 mi
7h 46m
$82–119
Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Detroit, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Detroit (DTW)plane SPI - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 11m
$109–588
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane DEC - FNT
3. Take the bus from Flint Amtrak to Pontiac Amtrakbus
7h 10m
$208–525
Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Capital Region International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Capital Region International Airport (LAN)plane SPI - LAN
2. Take the bus from CATA Intermodal Downtown to Pontiac Amtrak Stationbus
11h 25m
$106–554
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louistrain
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Detroit (DTW)plane STL - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 9m
$259–680
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
14h 25m
$69–122

Springfield to Pontiac by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

10h 25mAverage Duration

$130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 421.6 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Pontiac, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Springfield to Pontiac Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 10h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Downtown Pontiac via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Indianapolis, IN, Detroit, MI, and Jefferson & Griswold in around 12h 46m.

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