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Chicago, United States of America → Springfield, United States of America

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Six ways to Travel from Chicago to Springfield

Composite routes from Chicago to Springfield

Cheapest
15 h 14 min
Car
1445 km.
from $79
Other
6 h 59 min
386 km.
from $155.09
8 h 48 min
Train, bus via Indianapolis, Train, bus via Indianapolis
386 km.
from $107.24
9 h 45 min
Train
387 km.
from $132.13
9 h 46 min
Train, bus via Dayton, Train, bus via Dayton
386 km.
from $113.76

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dayton
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$828.01

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dayton
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$828.01

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
4h 54m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.75–$121.02

South Shore Line

Phone:
+1 219-926-5744
Website:
mysouthshoreline.com/
Train from Van Buren St. to Gary
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.20–$9.30

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$127.39
Bus from Indianapolis Bus Station to Springfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.83–$108.28
Bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Springfield
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.68–$63.69

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indianapolis to Dayton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$56.05

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Email:
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Gary, IN to Dayton
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$82.80

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Springfield is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Springfield is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $141.30 - $815.22 .

How far is it from Chicago to Springfield?

The distance between Chicago and Springfield is 458 km. The road distance is 497.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 6h 59m and costs $42.39 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Chicago to Springfield, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Springfield?

The best way to get from Chicago to Springfield is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $141.30 - $815.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $42.39 - $228.26 and takes 6h 59m.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 18:16 in Chicago and 19:16 in Springfield.

Can I drive from Chicago to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Springfield is 498 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Chicago to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 25+ hotels available in Springfield. Prices start at $52.39 per night.
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