4.0
Pros: I was moving to a new state and I enjoyed the trip. Cons: The? Food car was extremely overpriced for the food And all of the food that was there was very small portions. Tips: If you're planning on having a long trip.
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There is usually just one train option from Springfield to Little Rock per day. The average train journey from Springfield to Little Rock takes 9 hours and 41 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 377 mi (607 km) |
Fastest train | 9h 41m |
Lowest price | $56.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Springfield to Little Rock
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: I was moving to a new state and I enjoyed the trip. Cons: The? Food car was extremely overpriced for the food And all of the food that was there was very small portions. Tips: If you're planning on having a long trip.
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Springfield to Little Rock was $62.00. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 15 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $24.40 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Amtrak Texas Eagle is the one and only train line which connects Springfield to Little Rock. 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 Texas Eagle | 1 | 9h 41m | $87.28 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Springfield to Little Rock start from $56, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Little Rock. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Springfield leaves from 100 N Third St . And in Little Rock trains arrive at 1400 W Markham St .
From Springfield to Little Rock train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 9 hours and 41 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Little Rock on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Texas Eagle scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Springfield.
The distance between Springfield and Little Rock is approximately 377 miles, or 607 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 41 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Springfield to Little Rock tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Springfield at 5:00pm and arrives in Little Rock around 9 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Little Rock 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 Little Rock to Springfield.
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Link to image attributionThere are 34 cities in America called Springfield, but the state capital of Illinois is one of the most well-known. Beyond Springfield's political clout as a state capital, it is known for being the home of Abraham Lincoln for many years, plus the site of his final resting place. While in town, you can visit President Lincoln's restored home, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and the Lincoln Tomb in Oak Ridge Cemetery. An enormous bronze bust of Lincoln outside his tomb features a nose as shiny as a new penny, rubbed by scores of visitors who consider it good luck.
Springfield is one of the state's best destinations thanks to more than just history. Check out the incredible artistry on display in the capitol building's stained glass windows, or discover the dogwoods lining 5 miles of trails in the Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center. Not to mention Springfield's bustling craft beer scene; hit up the city's microbreweries, nano breweries, and craft beer companies like the famous Springfield Beer Company.
It should be no surprise that one of the primary transportation methods to Springfield is called the Lincoln Service. This Amtrak train route stops in Springfield on its way from Chicago to St. Louis, and so does the Amtrak Texas Eagle from San Antonio to Chicago. Amtrak Thruway buses run from Springfield to Peoria, where travelers can connect to further bus destinations.
Little Rock is the state capital of Arkansas and is famous for its history. The city itself is named after a rocky outcrop on the Arkansas River that early travelers used as a landmark.
One of the city's many attractions is the William J. Clinton Presidential Museum, which contains a replica of the Oval Office. It is also home to the Arkansas State Capitol building, built in the image of the one in Washington D.C.
The city's River Market district offers bustling stalls selling food and local products, and there are many cafes, grocery shops, and restaurants. It serves as Little Rock's downtown hub, with art galleries and the entertainment district close by, as well as the 30-acre Riverfront Park, where you can enjoy walking, cycling, and hiking.
The city has the Clinton National Airport for air travel. There's also the Amtrak Texas Eagle service stops in the city before going to cities like Chicago, San Antonio, and even Los Angeles. Bus services come from Dallas, Austin, Texarkana, New York, and more.
There is one train station in Springfield.
100 N Third St
Little Rock has one train station.
1400 W Markham St
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