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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Skokie is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Skokie is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs $45 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Skokie?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Skokie. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Oakton & Keeler via Jefferson & Harrison, Michigan & Hubbard and Paulina & Howard Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Skokie?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Skokie. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Main St. via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Springfield to Skokie?

The distance between Springfield and Skokie is 190 miles. The road distance is 205.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Skokie without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs $25 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Springfield to Skokie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Skokie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Skokie train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Skokie?

The best way to get from Springfield to Skokie is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs $45 - $260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $25 - $80 and takes 4h 11m, you could also bus, which costs $35 - $90 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Springfield to Skokie bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Skokie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Skokie?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Skokie is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Springfield to Skokie.

Where can I stay near Skokie?

There are 1189+ hotels available in Skokie.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Skokie by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, taxi, 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.

Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2h 8m
$49–255
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
4h 11m
$25–80
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
6h 22m
$39–88
Drive 204 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Skokie204 mi
3h 41m
$38–54
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
2h 45m
$152–366
Bus via Peoria
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Peoria to O'Hare International Terminal 2Peoria line
7h 48m

Springfield to Skokie by train and foot (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.7 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $25–80 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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