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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to SpringfieldAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL: Trip Overview
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Based on 5388 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 $132
Philadelphia to Springfield Train
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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Aug 12, 2025 with a price of $208To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL, as early as possible.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Springfield 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 Philadelphia and Springfield, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
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Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
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
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.
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