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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 | Union Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Springfield Station | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 780, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5773 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 R 2 935
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, IL to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Washington start from R 2 935. The average price for this train route is around R 5 475. 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 Washington?
The average train journey time from Springfield to Washington is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1092 km. The quickest train can get you there in 23h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Springfield to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Springfield to Washington?
The earliest train from Springfield to Washington departs at 10:03. And the latest train departs at 12:18.
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 Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 18 Mar 2026 with a price of R 4 532To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Springfield, IL to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 532 to R 26 949 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 493, which is on 2026-03-22.
