How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to Springfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Springfield start from $20. The average price for this route is around $24. 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 St. Louis to Springfield?

The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Springfield is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 87 miles (140 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 44m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Springfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Springfield?

The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Springfield at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Springfield?

A bus trip from St. Louis to Springfield generates an estimated 3 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 St. Louis to Springfield?

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 St. Louis to Springfield?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Springfield?

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 St. Louis to Springfield from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1h 45m	1:15am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1h 45m	1:15am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:30am	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	1h 50m	5:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	1h 50m	5:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:30am	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1h 45m	1:15am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1h 45m	1:15am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	1h 50m	5:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1h 45m	1:15am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:30am	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	1h 50m	5:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Springfield on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Gateway Station	1h 50m	11:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1h 45m	1:15am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	1h 50m	5:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:59 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis 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 1 hour 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 44mAverage Duration

87 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $45	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $54	Average Duration1h 44m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,477 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.

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Springfield start from $20. The average price for this route is around $24. 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 St. Louis to Springfield?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Springfield is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 87 miles (140 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Springfield at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Springfield?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Springfield generates an estimated 3 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 St. Louis to Springfield?
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 St. Louis to Springfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Springfield?
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

11/28

$22

11/29

$24

Today

$25

12/01

$15

12/02

$15

12/03

No data

12/04

$14

12/05

$15

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $14

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 $14 to $68 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 $14 which is on 2025-12-04.