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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Algonquin is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Algonquin is to fly and bus which takes 3h 1m and costs $70 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Algonquin?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Algonquin. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride via Chicago Bus Station and Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Algonquin?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Algonquin. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Cary via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Springfield to Algonquin?

The distance between Springfield and Algonquin is 218 miles. The road distance is 199.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Algonquin without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $85 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Springfield to Algonquin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Algonquin bus from?

Springfield to Algonquin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Algonquin train from?

Springfield to Algonquin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Train or bus from Springfield to Algonquin?

The best way to get from Springfield to Algonquin is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $85 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Springfield to Algonquin bus arrive?

Springfield to Algonquin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Springfield to Algonquin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Algonquin?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Algonquin is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Springfield to Algonquin.

Where can I stay near Algonquin?

There are 107+ hotels available in Algonquin.

Springfield to Algonquin - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Algonquin by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, taxi, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SPI - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus
3h 1m
$74–278
Drive 198.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Algonquincar 198.1 mi
4h
$37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Carytrain Up-Nw
5h 21m
$86–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 605
7h 12m
$66–101
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEC - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus
3h 30m
$177–399
Bus via Peoria
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Woodfield Mallbus Peoria line
8h 49m
$86–116

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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Distance: 216.3 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Algonquin via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, and Cary in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Algonquin via Chicago Bus Station, Chicago, Cumberland, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 7h 12m.

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