How much does a bus ticket from St. Louis to Springfield cost?

The bus ticket price from St. Louis to Springfield starts at R 353. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from St. Louis to Springfield is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to Springfield?

The average travel time between St. Louis and Springfield is around 1h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 140 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between St. Louis and Springfield?

The number of buses from St. Louis to Springfield can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from St. Louis to Springfield by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from St. Louis to Springfield?

When taking the bus from St. Louis to Springfield, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

Bus St. Louis to Springfield from R 228 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Gateway Station	1h 45m	01:15	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:30	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	16:00	Gateway Station	1h 50m	17:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Gateway Station	1h 45m	01:15	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:30	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	16:00	Gateway Station	1h 50m	17:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:30	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus	23:30	Gateway Station	1h 45m	01:15	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus	16:00	Gateway Station	1h 50m	17:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Gateway Station	1h 45m	01:15	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:30	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	16:00	Gateway Station	1h 50m	17:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:00	Gateway Station	1h 50m	17:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:30	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus	23:30	Gateway Station	1h 45m	01:15	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus	16:00	Gateway Station	1h 50m	17:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:30	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus	23:30	Gateway Station	1h 45m	01:15	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus	16:00	Gateway Station	1h 50m	17:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:41 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Springfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 hour 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 280, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 44mAverage duration

140 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 353 - R 466	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 280 - R 3 115	Average duration1h 44m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 304 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Springfield, IL by bus

How much does a bus ticket from St. Louis to Springfield cost?
The bus ticket price from St. Louis to Springfield starts at R 353. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from St. Louis to Springfield is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to Springfield?
The average travel time between St. Louis and Springfield is around 1h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 140 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between St. Louis and Springfield?
The number of buses from St. Louis to Springfield can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from St. Louis to Springfield by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from St. Louis to Springfield?
When taking the bus from St. Louis to Springfield, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

R 402

12/11

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Today

R 402

14/11

R 341

15/11

R 341

16/11

R 341

17/11

R 341

18/11

R 341

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of R 341

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

You can expect to pay from R 341 to R 428 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 341, which is on 2025-11-14.