Next train departures

Next departures from Springfield to Summit on 21 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Summit on 22 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:46	Springfield Station	2h 25m	19:11	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	06:11	Springfield Station	2h 38m	08:49	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	06:11	Springfield Station	2h 38m	08:49	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	16:46	Springfield Station	2h 25m	19:11	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Summit on 23 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:11	Springfield Station	2h 38m	08:49	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:46	Springfield Station	2h 25m	19:11	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Summit on 24 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Summit on 25 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:46	Springfield Station	2h 25m	19:11	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	06:11	Springfield Station	2h 38m	08:49	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	06:11	Springfield Station	2h 38m	08:49	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	16:46	Springfield Station	2h 25m	19:11	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Summit on 27 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:11	Springfield Station	2h 38m	08:49	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:46	Springfield Station	2h 25m	19:11	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	06:11	Springfield Station	2h 38m	08:49	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	16:46	Springfield Station	2h 25m	19:11	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Summit on 28 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:46	Springfield Station	2h 25m	19:11	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	06:11	Springfield Station	2h 38m	08:49	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	06:11	Springfield Station	2h 38m	08:49	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	08:22	Springfield Station	2h 42m	11:04	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	16:46	Springfield Station	2h 25m	19:11	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	19:24	Springfield Station	2h 36m	22:00	Summit, IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:51 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Summit

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Summit. The journey takes about 2 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 301, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 36mAverage duration

168 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceMAD 728 - MAD 728	Average duration2h 36m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceMAD 301 - MAD 937	Average duration2h 36m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,845 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5845 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 301

Amtrak Springfield Summit recent customer reviews

The journey was nice but the conductor guy was so rude and I got distracted from him being disrespectful and I forgot my kids car seat on the train for to put in my friends car

Angelica R.

19 July 2023

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, IL to Summit, IL by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Springfield to Summit?
The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Summit start from MAD 301. The average price for this train route is around MAD 440. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Springfield to Summit?
The average train journey time from Springfield to Summit is 2h 36m, covering a distance of 168 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Springfield to Summit route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Springfield to Summit?
The earliest train from Springfield to Summit departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 19:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

19/07

No data

20/07

MAD 337

Today

MAD 279

22/07

MAD 337

23/07

MAD 500

24/07

MAD 693

25/07

MAD 279

26/07

No data

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Summit, IL was searched and found on 21 Jul 2026 with a price of MAD 279

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 279 to MAD 894 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to Summit, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 279, which is on 2026-07-25.

What's the cheapest way to go from Springfield, IL to Summit, IL?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2h 36m	Avg priceMAD 728	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 36m	Avg priceMAD 440	Daily departures3

The best way to travel between Springfield, IL and Summit, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost MAD 440 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from MAD 301. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Summit, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Springfield, IL to Summit, IL in about 2h 36m – that's the fastest way to get there!