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

The cheapest way to get from Wilmette to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wilmette to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Wilmette and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Wilmette to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Central Street & Lawndale and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Paulina & Howard Terminal, Michigan & Washington and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Wilmette and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Wilmette to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Wilmette and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Wilmette to Springfield?

The distance between Wilmette and Springfield is 201 miles. The road distance is 210.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wilmette to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs $30 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Wilmette to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wilmette to Springfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wilmette to Springfield train from?

Wilmette to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Wilmette to Springfield?

The best way to get from Wilmette to Springfield is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs $30 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $90 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Wilmette to Springfield bus arrive?

Wilmette to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where does the Wilmette to Springfield train arrive?

Wilmette to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Springfield station.

Can I drive from Wilmette to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Wilmette to Springfield is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Wilmette to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Wilmette to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Wilmette to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, plane, bus (Amtrak), 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
4h 36m
$33–355
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521 / ...
7h 12m
$37–87
Drive 209.2 mi
1. Drive from Wilmette to Springfield209.2 mi
3h 40m
$39–56
Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the train from Wilmette to Clybourn
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)ORD - SPI
3h 45m
Bus via Peoria
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal Facility to PeoriaPeoria line
2. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to SpringfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 6m
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)ORD - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfield
4h 21m
$148–385

Wilmette to Springfield by train and foot (Amtrak)

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4h 36mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.5 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Wilmette, IL, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–350 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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