Trains tickets from Chicago to Springfield (IL)

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TomorrowApr 26
from $35
SunApr 27
from $43
MonApr 28
from $29
TueApr 29
WedApr 30
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Springfield.

Bus
Average Price$30 - $106Average Duration5h
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$22 - $252Average Duration3h 5m
26kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Springfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
3h 5mAverage Duration
$22Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Springfield: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$32
Average train trip duration3h 5m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure7:15am
Distance178 miles (286 km)
Latest train departure7:10pm

Chicago to Springfield Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/23
$29
04/24
$24
Today
$43
04/26
$35
04/27
$43
04/28
$29
04/29
$20
04/30
$20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Springfield, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $242 for a train ticket from Chicago to Springfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-04-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Chicago and Springfield is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Springfield.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Springfield, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Chicago and Springfield compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Springfield.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Springfield?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Chicago and Springfield is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $32 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $22. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Springfield, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Springfield in about 3h 5m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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