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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 | Wilmington Station | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wilmington Station | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wilmington Station | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wilmington Station | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wilmington Station | Springfield Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Springfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5693 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 $282
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Springfield, IL by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Springfield start from $282. The average price for this train route is around $292. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Springfield?
The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Springfield is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 747 miles (1204 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Wilmington to Springfield route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Wilmington to Springfield?
The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Springfield at 12:05pm. And the latest train departs at 1:25pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 with a price of $271To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Springfield, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $271 to $1,225 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Springfield, IL based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $271 which is on 2026-01-05.
