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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Illinois is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Illinois is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $60 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Illinois?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Illinois?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Springfield and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Springfield to Illinois?

The distance between Springfield and Illinois is 186 miles. The road distance is 196 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Illinois without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $60 - $120.

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

The train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station takes 3h 14m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Illinois bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to Illinois train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Illinois?

The best way to get from Springfield to Illinois is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $60 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Springfield to Illinois bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to Illinois train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Illinois?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Illinois is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Springfield to Illinois.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Springfield to Illinois?

Book your Springfield to Illinois bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Illinois?

There are 1300+ hotels available in Illinois.

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There are 4 ways to get from Springfield to Illinois by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
3h 14m
$60–120
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
4h 10m
$30–55
Drive 194.9 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Chicagocar 194.9 mi
3h 33m
$36–52
Train via Joliet
1. Take the train from Springfield to Joliet Gateway Centertrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
4h 1m
$54–103

Springfield to Illinois by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Springfield to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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