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Springfield to Princeton trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Springfield and Princeton takes 9h 19m and the fastest train takes 5h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Springfield to Princeton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 19m
Duration
289 mi
Distance
$84
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Lincoln Service / ...
  2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Princeton Stationtrain train Southwest Chief / ...
5h 58m
$72–166

Springfield to Princeton train times

Trains run twice daily between Springfield and Princeton. The earliest departure is at 8:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Springfield is at 7:24 PM which arrives into Princeton at 9:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 288.7 mi
  • Duration: 9h 19m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Princeton Station via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 58m.

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