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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Springfield is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Springfield is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Princeton Station and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Princeton to Springfield?

The distance between Princeton and Springfield is 176 miles. The road distance is 124.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton to Springfield without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 5m and costs $55 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Princeton to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Springfield train from?

Princeton to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Princeton Station.

Where does the Princeton to Springfield train arrive?

Princeton to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Princeton to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Springfield is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Princeton to Springfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Princeton to Springfield?

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Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 50+ hotels available in Springfield.

Princeton to Springfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Princeton to Springfield by train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Springfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 5m
$59–98
Drive 123.9 mi
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1. Drive from Princeton to Springfieldcar 123.9 mi
2h 27m
$23–33
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
6h 16m
$94–198

Princeton to Springfield by train and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 5mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Princeton Station to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 16m.

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