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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Springfield Station | Summit, IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Springfield Station | Summit, IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Springfield Station | Summit, IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Summit
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 CHF 27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CHF 27
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.
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Springfield to Summit?
The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Summit start from CHF 27. The average price for this train route is around CHF 39. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 271 km. The quickest train can get 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.
The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Summit, IL was searched and found on 28 Jul 2026 with a price of CHF 21To 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 CHF 21 to CHF 78 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 CHF 21, which is on 2026-07-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Springfield, IL to Summit, IL?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe 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 CHF 39 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from CHF 27. 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!
