How much is the bus ticket from Springfield to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Chicago start from $43. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Springfield to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Springfield to Chicago is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 273 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Springfield to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Springfield to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Chicago at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to Chicago?

A bus trip from Springfield to Chicago generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Springfield to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Springfield to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Springfield to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Springfield to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Springfield to Chicago from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Springfield to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:25am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	5h 5m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:25am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 30m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest

Next departures for Springfield to Chicago on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	5h 5m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	3h 55m	9:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 25m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 20m	10:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to Chicago on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	3h 55m	9:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 25m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	5h 5m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 20m	10:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to Chicago on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	3h 55m	9:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 25m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	5h 5m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 20m	10:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to Chicago on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	5h 5m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 25m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 30m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to Chicago on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 25m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 10m	10:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:13 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 18mAverage Duration

287 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $154	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $109	Average Duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,505 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, IL to Chicago by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Springfield to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Chicago start from $43. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Springfield to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Springfield to Chicago is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 273 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Springfield to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Springfield to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Chicago at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to Chicago?
A bus trip from Springfield to Chicago generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Springfield to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Springfield to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Springfield to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Springfield to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-01

$84

12-02

$66

Today

No data

12-04

$61

12-05

$58

12-06

$52

12-07

$52

12-08

$52

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Springfield, IL to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $85 for a bus ticket from Springfield, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-12-06.