How much is the bus ticket from Milwaukee to Springfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Springfield start from $39. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Milwaukee to Springfield?

The average bus trip duration from Milwaukee to Springfield is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 241 miles (388 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Springfield route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milwaukee to Springfield?

The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Springfield at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Milwaukee to Springfield generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Milwaukee to Springfield?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Milwaukee to Springfield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Milwaukee to Springfield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Milwaukee to Springfield from $44 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Springfield on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	9h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	9h	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus	6:45pm	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)	9h 50m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Springfield on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:00am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	12h 20m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:30am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	7h 15m	1:45pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
	Bus	7:15pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	9h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	Bus	9:20am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	12h	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	9h	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Springfield on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	9h 30m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	9h	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus	7:15pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	9h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	12:10pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	9h 10m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	6:45pm	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)	9h 50m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Springfield on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:10pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	9h 10m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:30am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	7h 15m	1:45pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
	Bus	11:50am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	9h 30m	9:20pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	9h 20m	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	9h	4:35am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Springfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 6 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

6h 38mAverage Duration

235 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $169	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$44 - $373	Average Duration6h 38m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,557 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,421 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Springfield, IL 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 Milwaukee to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Springfield start from $39. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Milwaukee to Springfield?
The average bus trip duration from Milwaukee to Springfield is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 241 miles (388 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milwaukee to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Springfield at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Springfield?
A bus trip from Milwaukee to Springfield generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Milwaukee to Springfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Springfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Milwaukee to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Milwaukee to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12/06

$60

12/07

$58

Today

$58

12/09

No data

12/10

$44

12/11

$44

12/12

$51

12/13

$50

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $61 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-12-10.