5.0
Pros: I did enjoy trip my very first-time with Amtrack and I would again clam n peaceful ✌️. Tips: I would recommend to my friends..
5.0
Pros: That I could have my own seat. Cons: Nothing. Tips: no.
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There are usually 6 daily bus trips available from Worcester to Springfield.
Bus | Train | |
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Avg. Price | Avg. Price€19.53 | Avg. Price€17.56 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips6 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1h 5m | Duration1h 16m |
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Worcester to Springfield. The train trip from Worcester to Springfield is usually about one hour and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Lake Shore Limited train can get you there in as little as one hour and 15 minutes.
Distance | 42 mi (67 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 15m |
Lowest price | €8.79 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Lake Shore Limited |
Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Worcester to Springfield
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: I did enjoy trip my very first-time with Amtrack and I would again clam n peaceful ✌️. Tips: I would recommend to my friends..
5.0
Pros: That I could have my own seat. Cons: Nothing. Tips: no.
Over the past month, a train ticket between Worcester and Springfield cost €14.19, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 15 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €12.78 more.
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Worcester to Springfield will range from €9 to €33. If you're planning to travel by train to Springfield in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Worcester you can find in the next 7 days is €9. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Amtrak Lake Shore Limited is the one and only train line which connects Worcester to Springfield. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak Lake Shore Limited | 1 | 1h 18m | €16.19 |
The Amtrak Lake Shore Limited is an overnight train that runs along some of the best shorelines in the U.S., connecting New York City and Boston with Chicago. The service provides top-tier amenities to its passengers, including free WiFi and dining onboard. The Lake Shore Limited departs from Union Station in Worcester and arrives at Union Station Transportation Center in Springfield. The route takes about 1 hours and 18 minutes and ticket prices start at €9.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Worcester to Springfield. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Worcester at 2:00pm and arrives in Springfield about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Springfield with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Springfield to Worcester.
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Image credit: Destination Worcester
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Link to image attributionWe dare you to pronounce it right on the first try. Named after Worcester in England, Worcester is the second-most populous city in Massachusetts. The city boasts an extensive history, particularly because of its industrial and weaponry prowess during World War II; take your dad (or your dad friend) to the Worcester Historical Museum to learn more.
For those more interested in science and nature, visit the popular EcoTarium, which includes hands-on exhibits and an outdoor campus featuring forest and meadow trails. Then, to apply your newfound natural knowledge, take a relaxing stroll through Green Hill Park to try to identify the lake's wildlife. In the evening, visit The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts to catch anything from a burlesque show, Broadway performance, or even a silent film.
Worcester's location at the heart of the state makes it easy to travel to this bustling city. Worcester has its own regional airport, or head to Boston's Logan Airport for a wider variety of flights. Amtrak trains provide daily services from Boston, and bus service is available on Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, OurBus, and Peter Pan.
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Image credit: Rusty Clark ~ 100K Photos
Link to image attributionFounded in 1636 as the first Springfield in North America, this city sits on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River in Massachusetts. Perhaps best known as the birthplace of basketball, Springfield is a mecca for b-ball fans. Visitors can enjoy three levels of exhibits and interactive contests at the famous Basketball Hall of Fame.
Along with basketball, Springfield was also the birthplace of the immensely popular children's author, Theodore Geisel—more commonly known as Dr. Seuss. Enjoy a walk through the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden to see many of his most famous characters immortalized in bronze. History buffs should head to the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, highlighting the town's important role as an arsenal during the Revolutionary War.
Springfield's central location between major tourist destinations like NYC, Boston, and the Berkshires means that it can be reached easily by most modes of transport. The city is served by several Amtrak lines and Peter Pan and Greyhound buses. Bradley International Airport and Westover Metropolitan Airport are also closeby, with frequent flights from destinations around the country.
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Link to image attributionUnion Station is one of Worcester's most beautiful buildings, which finished up a full restoration in 1999. Its impressive interior continues inside with high ceilings and spacious waiting areas. The station is the main transport hub of the area, with Amtrak and MBTA (Massachusetts Bay Transport Authority) trains, plus intercity bus services by WRTA (Worcester Regional). Greyhound and Peter Pan bus lines operate intercity services here, while OurBus stops here on the way to New York City. Although the inside of the station doesn't have any restaurants or fast food, its location in downtown Worcester means that there are plenty of hotels, restaurants, and shops just a quick trip away.
Union Station
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Link to image attributionUnion Station is an iconic landmark in Springfield that just finished renovations in 2016- meaning you get the historic charm plus modern AC. Original features include the impressive entrance clock, wooden train schedule, and terrazzo flooring. You may stop at Union Station on Amtrak or Northeast Regional. Or, if you're commuting locally, you may transfer to the CTrail Hartford Line. Greyhound and Peter Pan provide bus services to the area as well, with connections across New England. Since the station operates with so many carriers, the waiting area has plenty of space and seating, ticket kiosks, and plenty of snack options like Dunkin Donuts and Subway.
Union Station Transportation Center
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