How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield cost?

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Springfield starts at $34. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago 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 Chicago to Springfield?

The average travel time between Chicago and Springfield is around 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 176 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Springfield?

The number of buses from Chicago to Springfield can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Springfield by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Springfield?

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

Bus Chicago to Springfield from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 50m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 45m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 10m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
5:10pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	4h 10m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 45m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 10m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 50m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 45m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 10m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 50m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 50m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 45m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 10m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 45m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 10m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 50m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 50m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 45m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 10m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 45m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 10m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 50m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on October 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 50m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 45m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 10m	1:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Springfield.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $72	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$22 - $221	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Springfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 5mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest ticket

26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Springfield, IL: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$40

Average bus trip duration4h 10m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance177 miles (285 km)

Latest bus departure5:10pm

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/510,649 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Chicago Springfield recent customer reviews

The process

S W.

June 21, 2025

Amtrak

4/55,477 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5477 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $76

Amtrak Chicago Springfield recent customer reviews

Everything went perfectly. And everyone was very nice

Charles R.

November 19, 2024

We had a pleasant ride.

Canary L.

July 15, 2024

Good joob

Pablo A.

December 3, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,271 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Chicago to Springfield Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Chicago to Springfield.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Chicago to Springfield.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Chicago to Springfield, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Springfield, IL

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/22

$38

09/23

$35

Today

$35

09/25

$30

09/26

$30

09/27

$29

09/28

$36

09/29

$29

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Sep 27, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $78 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-09-27.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Did you know?

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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