Springfield, Illinois, offers a mix of walkable areas, particularly in its downtown district, where many attractions, restaurants, and historic sites are located within close proximity. Sidewalks and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure are generally available in these central areas, making walking a convenient option for short distances. However, the city overall is more car-dependent, and destinations outside the downtown area may require longer walks or alternative transportation. Seasonal weather, including hot summers and cold winters, can also influence the comfort of walking. For those staying near the city center, walking can be a practical way to explore key landmarks and amenities.

斯普林菲爾德建有適合單車行駛的基礎設施和風景優美的小徑, 支援單車出行, 是合理的出行選擇。市內有多條多用途路徑, 例如 Sangamon Valley 步道和失落的橋樑步道, 連接該地區不同部分和附近社區。此外, 機場設有人行道和指定單車徑, 方便前往不同目的地。雖然在市內騎單車的距離是可控的, 但乘客仍應注意十字路口潛在的交通情況。騎單車符合當地的基礎設施, 是一種既實用又令人愉快的交通方式。

Springfield 的公共交通主要由 Sangamon 大眾運輸區（SMTD）負責，營運多條固定巴士路線，覆蓋全市及鄰近地區。這些路線可前往主要目的地，但未必涵蓋全市所有地區，因此建議提前規劃行程。由於市內地勢較為平坦，出行相對方便，但在天氣惡劣時步行前往巴士站可能較為不便。公共交通在某些路線上是實用的選擇，但其適用性則視乎目的地及班次安排而定。