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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Zion is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Zion is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Zion?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Zion. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Zion via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Springfield to Zion?

The distance between Springfield and Zion is 229 miles. The road distance is 232.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Zion without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs $24 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Springfield to Zion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Zion train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Zion?

The best way to get from Springfield to Zion is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs $24 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the Springfield to Zion train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Zion?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Zion is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Springfield to Zion.

Where can I stay near Zion?

There are 77+ hotels available in Zion.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Zion 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
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ZionUp-N
5h 48m
$24–97
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
9h 11m
$45–69
Drive 231.2 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Zion231.2 mi
4h 12m
$43–61
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 Zion
4h 50m
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 Clybourn to Zion
5h 31m

Springfield to Zion by train and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 48mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springfield to Zion.

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Distance: 227.2 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Zion via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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