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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to Springfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours and with fares starting at just R 3 079, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5784 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 2 874
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US to Springfield, 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 San Antonio to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Springfield start from R 2 874. The average price for this train route is around R 3 968. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Antonio to Springfield?
The average train journey time from San Antonio to Springfield is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1408 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Antonio to Springfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Antonio to Springfield?
The earliest train from San Antonio to Springfield departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 05 Apr 2026 with a price of R 3 034To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Antonio, US to Springfield, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 034 to R 12 827 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 034, which is on 2026-04-05.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Antonio, US to Springfield, IL?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Antonio, US 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 R 3 968 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 874. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Springfield, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from San Antonio, US to Springfield, IL in about 1d 4h – that's the fastest way to get there!
