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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to McHenry is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to McHenry is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and McHenry?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to McHenry. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Main/Front via Rosemont CTA Station, Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride and Crystal Lake Metra Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and McHenry?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to McHenry. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at McHenry via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Springfield to McHenry?

The distance between Springfield and McHenry is 237 miles. The road distance is 212.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to McHenry without a car is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Springfield to McHenry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to McHenry bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield to McHenry train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to McHenry?

The best way to get from Springfield to McHenry is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $70 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Springfield to McHenry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Springfield to McHenry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to McHenry?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to McHenry is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Springfield to McHenry.

Where can I stay near McHenry?

There are 80+ hotels available in McHenry.

Springfield to McHenry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to McHenry by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to McHenrytrain Up-Nw
5h 53m
$70–133
Drive 211 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to McHenrycar 211 mi
4h 16m
$39–56
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
9h 9m
$41–67
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SPI - ORD
2. Take the train from Des Plaines to McHenrytrain
4h 44m
$51–250
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
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 train from Des Plaines to McHenrytrain
5h 13m
$154–371

Springfield to McHenry by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 235.9 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to McHenry via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Main/Front via Chicago Bus Station, LaSalle, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station, Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride, and Crystal Lake Metra Station in around 9h 9m.

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