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Take the Train to Springfield, Illinois

Step into History in Springfield

Take a step back in time and follow the footsteps of Honest Abe in Illinois’s capital. Journey through President Lincoln’s life by visiting his family home, presidential library, tomb, and more. Experience not one, but two State Capitol buildings and listen to the echo of Lincoln’s “A house divided against itself cannot stand…” speech. Be awestruck by the Dana-Thomas House, an architectural marvel designed by the “greatest American architect”, Frank Lloyd Wright. With so much to offer, Springfield is a home for history.

Visit Springfield, Illinois


Getting There

With 10 daily trains, getting to the Springfield station is easy. Walking distance from most attractions, the station proves to be a convenient starting point for exploring all that Springfield has to offer.

Step into History in Springfield

Take a step back in time and follow the footsteps of Honest Abe in Illinois’s capital. Journey through President Lincoln’s life by visiting his family home, presidential library, tomb, and more. Experience not one, but two State Capitol buildings and listen to the echo of Lincoln’s “A house divided against itself cannot stand…” speech. Be awestruck by the Dana-Thomas House, an architectural marvel designed by the “greatest American architect”, Frank Lloyd Wright. With so much to offer, Springfield is a home for history.

Visit Springfield, Illinois


Getting There

With 10 daily trains, getting to the Springfield station is easy. Walking distance from most attractions, the station proves to be a convenient starting point for exploring all that Springfield has to offer.

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