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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Winnetka is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Winnetka is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Winnetka?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Winnetka. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Green Bay Rd & Pine St via Jefferson & Harrison, Michigan & Hubbard and Howard CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Winnetka?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Winnetka. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Winnetka via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Springfield to Winnetka?

The distance between Springfield and Winnetka is 203 miles. The road distance is 209.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Winnetka without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs $27 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Springfield to Winnetka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Winnetka bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Winnetka train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Winnetka?

The best way to get from Springfield to Winnetka is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs $27 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $95 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Springfield to Winnetka bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Winnetka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Winnetka?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Winnetka is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Springfield to Winnetka.

Where can I stay near Winnetka?

There are 220+ hotels available in Winnetka.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Winnetka by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, 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 Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
4h 21m
$28–83
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
6h 50m
$41–93
Drive 208.6 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Winnetka208.6 mi
3h 51m
$39–55
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 Clybourn to Winnetka
3h 21m
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
3h 58m
$149–363

Springfield to Winnetka by train and foot (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.8 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $25–80 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–90 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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