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Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Springfield, IL to Chicago: Trip Overview
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Based on 5558 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $22
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Springfield to Chicago Train
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The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 29, 2025 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Springfield, IL to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $212 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-01.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Springfield to Chicago is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Chicago you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Springfield and Chicago, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
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You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
What's the cheapest way to go from Springfield, IL to Chicago?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Springfield, IL and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $32 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $22. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Springfield, IL to Chicago in about 3h 18m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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