Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 3 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 6m	22:16	Springfield Station	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 5m	20:25	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 4 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 5 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 6m	22:16	Springfield Station	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 5m	20:25	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 5m	20:25	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 6 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	CheapestFastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 5m	20:25	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 5m	20:25	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 7 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 6m	22:16	Springfield Station	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 5m	20:25	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 8 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 6m	22:16	Springfield Station	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 5m	20:25	Springfield Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 9 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 6m	22:16	Springfield Station	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 55m	10:10	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 3m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 16m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:20	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 5m	20:25	Springfield Station	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 6m	22:16	Springfield Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:31 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Springfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 222, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 5mAverage duration

287 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceMAD 354 - MAD 1,178	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceMAD 222 - MAD 762	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,530 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6530 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 222

Amtrak Chicago Springfield recent customer reviews

Everything went perfectly. And everyone was very nice

Charles R.

19 November 2024

We had a pleasant ride.

Canary L.

15 July 2024

Good joob

Pablo A.

3 December 2023

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Springfield, 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 Chicago to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Springfield start from MAD 222. The average price for this train route is around MAD 262. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Springfield?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Springfield is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 287 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Springfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Springfield?
The earliest train from Chicago to Springfield departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 19:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

29/09

MAD 242

30/09

MAD 242

Today

MAD 352

02/10

MAD 433

03/10

MAD 352

04/10

MAD 744

05/10

MAD 352

06/10

MAD 302

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 29 Sept 2026 with a price of MAD 242

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, IL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from MAD 242 to MAD 2,794 for a train ticket from Chicago to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 302, which is on 2026-10-06.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time4h 15m	Avg priceMAD 424	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 5m	Avg priceMAD 262	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Chicago and Springfield, 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 262 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from MAD 222. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Springfield, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Springfield, IL in about 3h 5m – that's the fastest way to get there!