Rome2Rio

How to get fromNorth Chicago to Springfieldby train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, plane, or taxi

Find Transport to Springfield

See all options

There are 5 ways to get from North Chicago to Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, plane, 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.

  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from North Chicago to Chicago OTCtrain train Up-N
    2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain train Lincoln Service / ...
    5h 16m
    $68–139

  2. Drive 226.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from North Chicago to Springfieldcar car 226.1 mi
    3h 56m
    $42–60

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus bus Milwaukee
    2. Take the bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus bus FlixBus N2521
    7h 36m
    $72–195

  4. Train, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport

    1. Take the train from North Chicago to Clybourntrain train
    2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane plane ORD - SPI
    4h 26m
    $57–299

  5. Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi

    1. Take the train from North Chicago to Clybourntrain train
    2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane plane ORD - DEC
    3. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfieldtaxi taxi
    5h 9m
    $153–422

North Chicago to Springfield by train and bus

Calendar38Weekly Services
Duration5h 16mAverage Duration
Ticket$68Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from North Chicago to Springfield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 219.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from North Chicago to Springfield via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lewis Ave & Audrey Nixon Blvd to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via 2253 N Belvidere Rd, Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan, California & 35th Street, Sox-35th Red Line Station, Sox-35th, 95th, and Chicago in around 7h 36m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

More Questions & Answers