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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Summit is to train which costs $18 - $70 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Summit is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $18 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Summit?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Summit. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Archer & Neva Terminal via Jefferson & Harrison and State & Jackson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Summit?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Springfield and arriving at Summit Amtrak. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Springfield to Summit?

The distance between Springfield and Summit is 174 miles. The road distance is 184.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Summit without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $18 - $70.

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

The train from Springfield to Summit Amtrak takes 2h 38m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Summit bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Summit train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Summit?

The best way to get from Springfield to Summit is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $18 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $80 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Springfield to Summit bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Summit train arrive?

Springfield to Summit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Summit Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Summit?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Summit is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Springfield to Summit.

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

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Where can I stay near Summit?

There are 1130+ hotels available in Summit.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Summit by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus, 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 Summit AmtrakLincoln Service / ...
2h 38m
$18–70
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
5h 51m
$42–79
Drive 183.2 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Summit183.2 mi
3h 14m
$34–49
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, line 330 bus
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Archer/Center
3h 2m
$48–256
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, line 330 bus
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
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Archer/Center
3h 38m
$151–377

Springfield to Summit by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 173.1 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Summit, Cook County, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Summit Amtrak 4 times a day. Tickets cost $18–70 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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