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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Chicago Loop is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Chicago Loop is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $130 - $490.

How far is it from Springfield to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Springfield and Chicago Loop is 285 miles. The road distance is 279.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Chicago Loop without a car is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs $85 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Springfield to Chicago Loop, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Chicago Loop?

Chicago Loop is 1h behind Springfield. It is currently 3:27 AM in Springfield and 2:27 AM in Chicago Loop.

Can I drive from Springfield to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Chicago Loop is 279 miles. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Springfield to Chicago Loop.

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1002+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

Springfield to Chicago Loop - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Chicago Loop by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, 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.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Dayton-Airport-DAY
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DAY - ORD
2h 41m
$132–488
Drive 277.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Chicago Loop277.8 mi
6h 8m
$51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Indianapolis Union StationGreyhound US1200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2512 / ...
7h 27m
$86–165
Bus, train via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Indianapolis Union StationGreyhound US1200 / ...
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union StationCardinal
8h 23m
$88–162
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Gary, IN
3. Take the train from Gary to Millennium StationSsl
9h 6m
$72–151

Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

67Weekly Planes

1h 29mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Springfield to Chicago Loop.

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Distance: 283.6 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

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

You can take a vehicle from Springfield to Washington & Lasalle via Springfield, Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station), Indianapolis, Chicago Bus Station, and Jefferson & Harrison in around 7h 27m.

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