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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 Union Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Springfield Union Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 629, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 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 R 1 358
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, MA to Chicago 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 Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Chicago start from R 1 358. The average price for this train route is around R 4 066. 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 Chicago?
The average train journey time from Springfield to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1243 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Springfield to Chicago 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 Springfield to Chicago?
The earliest train from Springfield to Chicago departs at 04:10. And the latest train departs at 15:26.
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, MA to Chicago was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 703To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Springfield, MA to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 703 to R 38 267 for a train ticket from Springfield, MA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 703, which is on 2025-12-19.
