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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Zion is to train which costs $29 - $90 and takes 5h 54m.

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 14m and costs $40 - $65.

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 $29 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Springfield to Zion, including transfers.

Train or bus from Springfield to Zion?

The best way to get from Springfield to Zion is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs $29 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 9h 6m.

Can I drive from Springfield to Zion?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Zion is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Springfield to Zion.

Where can I stay near Zion?

There are 92+ 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 Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Ziontrain Up-N
5h 54m
$30–87
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
9h 6m
$47–69
Drive 231.2 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Zioncar 231.2 mi
4h 14m
$43–61
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 45m
$50–250
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEC - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Ziontrain
5h 31m
$152–361

Springfield to Zion by train, foot, and bus

38Weekly Services

5h 54mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest 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. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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