What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Springfield is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $45 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines to Springfield. However, there are services departing from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Springfield?

The distance between Des Plaines and Springfield is 182 miles. The road distance is 202.5 miles.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Springfield?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Des Plaines to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Springfield bus from?

Des Plaines to Springfield bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Springfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Des Plaines to Springfield?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Springfield is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $45 - $280. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 4h 38m, you could also bus, which costs $55 - $80 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Springfield bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Springfield bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Illinois Terminal station.

Where does the Des Plaines to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Springfield is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Des Plaines to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 63+ hotels available in Springfield.

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Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane ORD - SPI
2h 25m
$49–277
Drive 201.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Springfieldcar 201.3 mi
3h 29m
$37–54
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
4h 38m
$52–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility to Illinois Terminalbus Chicago Area to Champaign SOUTH / ...
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
6h 10m
$56–79
Fly to Decatur Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane ORD - DEC
2. Take the bus from Decatur Downtown Transportation Center to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
4h 13m
$49–286

Des Plaines to Springfield by train and bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 181 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Des Plaines, IL, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

American Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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How to get fromDes Plaines to Springfieldby plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from Des Plaines to Springfield by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport

Drive 201.3 mi

Train (Amtrak)

Bus

Fly to Decatur Airport, bus