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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Elgin is to bus which costs $85 - $170 and takes 13h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Elgin is to fly and bus which takes 3h 28m and costs $60 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Springfield CU Transit Center and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via St Louis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station and Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

How far is it from Springfield to Elgin?

The distance between Springfield and Elgin is 477 miles. The road distance is 507.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Elgin without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 38m and costs $120 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Springfield to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Elgin bus from?

Springfield to Elgin bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Springfield CU Transit Center station.

Where does the Springfield to Elgin bus arrive?

Springfield to Elgin bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Elgin is 507 miles. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Springfield to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 140+ hotels available in Elgin.

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

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

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Fly, bus
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1. Fly from Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SGF - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus
3h 28m
$65–298
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain
11h 38m
$128–259
Bus, train via Bloomington
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Bloomington-Normaltrain
3. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mallbus
13h 28m
$130–236
Drive 504.3 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Elgincar 504.3 mi
8h 48m
$92–133
Bus, train via St. Louis Airport (STL)
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Saint Louisbus
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain
12h 6m
$131–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus 603
13h 51m
$89–166

Springfield to Elgin by bus and train

28Weekly Services

11h 38mAverage Duration

$128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 474.5 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Springfield, MO, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via St Louis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Chicago, Cumberland, Rosemont, and Rosemont CTA Station in around 13h 51m.

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