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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Chicago is to bus which costs $120 - $260 and takes 24h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $100 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Springfield Union Station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Springfield and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 46m.

How far is it from Springfield to Chicago?

The distance between Springfield and Chicago is 809 miles. The road distance is 903.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 19h 46m and costs $150 - $480.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Springfield to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Chicago bus from?

Springfield to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield Union Station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Chicago train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Chicago?

The best way to get from Springfield to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $100 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $480 and takes 19h 46m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $260 and takes 24h 10m.

Where does the Springfield to Chicago bus arrive?

Springfield to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Springfield. It is currently 5:52 AM in Springfield and 4:52 AM in Chicago.

Where does the Springfield to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Chicago is 903 miles. It takes approximately 15h 12m to drive from Springfield to Chicago.

How do I get a train ticket from Springfield to Chicago?

Book your Springfield to Chicago train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Springfield to Chicago?

Book your Springfield to Chicago bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1229+ hotels available in Chicago.

Springfield to Chicago - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Springfield to Chicago by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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Fly Bradley International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport
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1. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)BDL - MDW
4h 59m
$100–695
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
19h 46m
$150–480
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Newark Penn StationFlixBus N2605 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2640
24h 10m
$129–251
Drive 897.9 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Chicago897.9 mi
15h 12m
$164–237
Fly Bradley International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)BDL - ORD
5h 20m
$115–745
Bus to Albany County Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Albany Bus Terminal, NY
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ALB - MDW
6h 34m
$136–656
Bus to Albany County Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Albany Bus Terminal, NY
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ALB - ORD
7h 6m
$226–606
Train to Tweed-New Haven Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the train from Springfield to New Haven
2. Fly from Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)HVN - ORD
6h 29m
$112–518

Springfield to Chicago by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 803.9 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Springfield, MA, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $150–480 and the journey takes 19h 46m.

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