Bus Tickets from Kansas City, MO to Springfield, IL

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TomorrowSep 1
from US$56
TueSep 2
from US$43
WedSep 3
ThuSep 4
from US$49
FriSep 5
from US$41
SatSep 6
from US$39
SunSep 7
from US$45
MonSep 8

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Springfield

Bus
Average PriceUS$41 - US$153Average Duration9h 15m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$52 - US$266Average Duration10h 41m
39kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Kansas City to Springfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
9h 15mAverage Duration
US$41Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kansas City, MO to Springfield, IL: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$50
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure6:00am
Distance430 km
Latest bus departure6:50pm

Kansas City to Springfield Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Kansas City, MO - Springfield, IL

  1. How far is Kansas City from Springfield?

    The distance between Kansas City and Springfield is approximately 432 km (268 miles).

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Kansas City to Springfield.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Kansas City to Springfield.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Springfield, IL?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Kansas City, MO by bus?

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