Rockford to Springfield by train
Springfield lies 278 km (173 mi) south of Rockford, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 46 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 340 km (211 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Rockford | Springfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 148,278 | 114,394 |
| Elevation | 224 m (735 ft) | 184 m (604 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Rockford, Rockford | Springfield, Lincoln Depot, Springfield Union Station |
| Postal codes | 61101–61126 | 62701–62796 |
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Common questions
How far is Springfield from Rockford?
278 km (173 mi) in a straight line, south of Rockford; by road roughly 340 km (211 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rockford to Springfield by train?
About 3 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rockford and Springfield?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.