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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Wheaton is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Wheaton is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Wheaton?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Wheaton. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Liberty Dr & Hale St via Illinois Terminal and Oak Brook Center / Macy's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Wheaton?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Wheaton. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Wheaton via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Springfield to Wheaton?

The distance between Springfield and Wheaton is 212 miles. The road distance is 180.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Wheaton without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Springfield to Wheaton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Wheaton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Wheaton train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Wheaton?

The best way to get from Springfield to Wheaton is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $95 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Springfield to Wheaton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Wheaton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Wheaton?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Wheaton is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Springfield to Wheaton.

Where can I stay near Wheaton?

There are 320+ hotels available in Wheaton.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Wheaton by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WheatonUp-W
4h 45m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Springfield to Joliet Gateway CenterLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Pace Transit Center Bay C to Yorktown Center834
6h 15m
$26–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans CtrFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to Oakbrook MallChampaign to Chicago ends at Woodfield NB / ...
7h 16m
$69–91
Drive 179.5 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Wheaton179.5 mi
3h 18m
$33–48
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Wheaton
3h 48m
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
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 train from Chicago OTC to Wheaton
4h 24m

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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1h 16mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.3 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Wheaton via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Liberty Dr & Hale St via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Illinois Terminal, and Oak Brook Center / Macy's in around 7h 16m.

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