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 $140 - $280 and takes 24h.

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 55m and costs $90 - $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.

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 808 miles. The road distance is 902.4 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 $250 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m 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 55m and costs $90 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $250 - $600 and takes 19h 46m, you could also bus, which costs $140 - $280 and takes 24h.

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 2:48 PM in Springfield and 1:48 PM 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 902 miles. It takes approximately 15h 21m 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 1344+ hotels available in Chicago.

Springfield to Chicago - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Springfield to Chicago by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Bradley International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane BDL - MDW
4h 55m
$90–655
Fly Bradley International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BDL - ORD
5h 21m
$80–585
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
19h 46m
$250–600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus N2605 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
24h
$146–272
Drive 897.2 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Chicagocar 897.2 mi
15h 21m
$164–237
Bus to Albany County Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane ALB - MDW
6h 28m
$137–685
Bus to Albany County Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane ALB - ORD
6h 58m
$117–585

Springfield to Chicago by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 803.8 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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 $250–600 and the journey takes 19h 46m.

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