Trains tickets from Springfield (IL) to Chicago

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TodayApr 25
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from $29
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield to Chicago.

Bus
Average Price$33 - $82Average Duration4h 55m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$22 - $289Average Duration3h 18m
26kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Springfield to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
3h 18mAverage Duration
$22Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Train Springfield to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$38
Average train trip duration3h 18m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure6:11am
Distance178 miles (286 km)
Latest train departure7:24pm

Springfield to Chicago 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
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04/24
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Today
$43
04/26
$29
04/27
$29
04/28
$24
04/29
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04/30
$20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Springfield to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 30, 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 Springfield to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $321 for a train ticket from Springfield to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-04-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Springfield to Chicago is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Chicago you take, 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.

By choosing the train between Springfield and Chicago, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Springfield and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $38 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 Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Springfield to Chicago in about 3h 18m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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