How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Springfield start at R 496. The average price for this route is around R 677. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Springfield?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Springfield is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 286 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Springfield route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Springfield at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Springfield produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 5767 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago 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 offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Springfield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago 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 Chicago to Springfield from R 493 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 20 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	13:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 21 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	13:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 22 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
	Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 23 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	21:30	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	13:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 24 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	17:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	21:30	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 25 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	17:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	21:30	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 26 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 55m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 20m	04:35	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	13:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus	17:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	21:30	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Springfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 381, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 5mAverage duration

287 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 496 - R 2 041	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 381 - R 4 992	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 335 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 771 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5771 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 309

Amtrak Chicago Springfield recent customer reviews

Everything went perfectly. And everyone was very nice

Charles R.

19 November 2024

We had a pleasant ride.

Canary L.

15 July 2024

Good joob

Pablo A.

3 December 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587 528 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Springfield, IL by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Springfield start at R 496. The average price for this route is around R 677. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Springfield?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Springfield is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 286 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Springfield at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Springfield?
A bus trip from Chicago to Springfield produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 5767 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago 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 offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago 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

17/03

R 691

18/03

R 657

Today

R 830

20/03

R 709

21/03

R 657

22/03

R 1 140

23/03

R 639

24/03

R 553

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 553

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 R 553 to R 1 572 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 R 553, which is on 2026-03-24.