Trains tickets from Los Angeles, US to Springfield, IL

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TodayAug 15
TomorrowAug 16
from $273
SunAug 17
from $227
MonAug 18
from $254
TueAug 19
from $236
WedAug 20
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FriAug 22

Next departures to Springfield

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 16 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 16 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 16 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 16 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 16 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Springfield.

Average Price$131 - $411Average Duration2d
65kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$179 - $536Average Duration2d 1h
237kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Los Angeles to Springfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 2 days and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
2d Average Duration
$131Cheapest ticket
65kgCO₂ emissions

Train Los Angeles, US to Springfield, IL: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$273
Average train trip duration2d 1h
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure4:05pm
Distance1617 miles (2608 km)
Latest train departure10:00pm

Los Angeles to Springfield Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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08/16
$262
08/17
$218
08/18
$244
08/19
$226
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Aug 17, 2025 with a price of $218

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Springfield, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $218 to $1,402 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $218 which is on 2025-08-17.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Springfield, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Los Angeles and Springfield compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Los Angeles to Springfield, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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