Trains tickets from Springfield, MA to Chicago

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TodayAug 12
TomorrowAug 13
from $249
ThuAug 14
FriAug 15
SatAug 16
from $306
SunAug 17
MonAug 18
from $270
TueAug 19

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 13 at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Union Station
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 13 at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Union Station
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 13 at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Union Station
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield to Chicago.

Bus
Average Price$91 - $255Average Duration1d 4h
31kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$139 - $467Average Duration1d 5h
113kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Springfield to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
$91Cheapest ticket
31kgCO₂ emissions

Train Springfield, MA to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$238
Average train trip duration1d 5h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure4:10am
Distance771 miles (1242 km)
Latest train departure10:34am

Springfield to Chicago Train

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

Best price found
08/10
$387
08/11
$350
Today
$211
08/13
$239
08/14
$276
08/15
No data
08/16
$294
08/17
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Springfield, MA to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 12, 2025 with a price of $211

To 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 $211 to $1,157 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 $239 which is on 2025-08-13.

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Train Travel Tips

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

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Springfield and Chicago, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Springfield to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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.

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.

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Train from Chicago to Springfield, MA

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