How far is Springfield from Chicago?

The distance between the two cities is 242 miles (391 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Springfield to Chicago?

Most of the buses traveling from Springfield to Chicago leave from Springfield Bus Stop and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Auditorium Building and Theatre and Brookfield Zoo.

Bus Springfield to Chicago from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Springfield to Chicago on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:35am	Springfield (Love's), OH	9h 5m	2:40pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Springfield (Love's), OH	13h 40m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Springfield (Love's), OH	16h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Springfield (Love's), OH	8h 30m	11:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Springfield (Love's), OH	7h 55m	10:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Get from Springfield to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

8h 49mAverage Duration

246 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

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Greyhound

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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, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Springfield and Chicago?

Stops in Springfield

A - Springfield Bus Stop

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Springfield, OH to Chicago by bus

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