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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst is to fly and line 332 bus which takes 3h 14m and costs $45 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at 1st St & York St via Clinton & Jackson, Austin/Jackson and Lake St & Austin Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Elmhurst via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Springfield to Elmhurst?

The distance between Springfield and Elmhurst is 203 miles. The road distance is 187.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $100 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Springfield to Elmhurst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elmhurst bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elmhurst train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Elmhurst?

The best way to get from Springfield to Elmhurst is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $100 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $60 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Springfield to Elmhurst bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Elmhurst train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Elmhurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Elmhurst is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Springfield to Elmhurst.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst?

There are 431+ hotels available in Elmhurst.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
4h 30m
$109–164
Drive 186.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Elmhurstcar 186.8 mi
3h 23m
$32–47
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
6h 45m
$40–58
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, line 332 bus
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SPI - ORD
2. Take the bus from Cargo Rd./Delta Cargo to York/Second/Palmerbus
3h 14m
$46–250
Bus via Peoria
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Oakbrook Mallbus Peoria line
7h 29m
Bus to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEC - ORD
4h 48m
$52–259

Springfield to Elmhurst by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $100–160 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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