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 15m.

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 15m 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 54m.

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 54m and costs $50 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m 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.

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 15m to drive from Springfield to Zion.

Where can I stay near Zion?

There are 128+ hotels available in Zion.

Springfield to Zion - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 147 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Zion by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Ziontrain Up-N
5h 54m
$54–119
Drive 231.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Zioncar 231.2 mi
4h 15m
$43–61
Bus, line 147 bus, line 213 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Ida B Wells Drive & Wabash to Rogers & Paulinabus 147
3. Take the bus from Howard CTA Station to Highland Park Metra Stationbus 213
4. Take the train from Highland Park to Waukegantrain
8h 53m
$44–66
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SPI - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Ziontrain
4h 46m
$51–260
Bus to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEC - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Ziontrain
6h 24m
$57–268

Springfield to Zion by train, foot, and bus

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5h 54mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.6 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 5h 54m.

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