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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Chicago, IL is to bus which costs $70 - $230 and takes 11h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Chicago, IL is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs $60 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Chicago, IL?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Chicago, IL station. However, there are services departing from Springfield CU Transit Center and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

How far is it from Springfield to Chicago, IL?

The distance between Springfield and Chicago, IL is 468 miles. The road distance is 510 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Chicago, IL without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 9m and costs $70 - $410.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Springfield to Chicago, IL, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Chicago, IL bus from?

Springfield to Chicago, IL bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Springfield CU Transit Center station.

Bus or fly from Springfield to Chicago, IL?

The best way to get from Springfield to Chicago, IL is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs $60 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $230 and takes 11h 20m.

Where does the Springfield to Chicago, IL bus arrive?

Springfield to Chicago, IL bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Chicago, IL?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Chicago, IL is 510 miles. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Springfield to Chicago, IL.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago, IL?

There are 1232+ hotels available in Chicago, IL.

Springfield to Chicago, IL - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Springfield to Chicago, IL by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SGF - ORD
2h 51m
$63–284
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US1210
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
10h 9m
$74–402
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US1210
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
11h 20m
$74–222
Drive 507 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Chicago, IL507 mi
8h 31m
$93–134

Springfield to Chicago, IL by bus, train, and foot

12Weekly Services

10h 9mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Springfield to Chicago, IL.

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Distance: 465.2 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Chicago Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station in around 11h 20m.

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