How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Springfield start at R 1 634. The average price for this route is around R 2 608. 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 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Springfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Springfield at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Springfield produces an estimated 31 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 Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago 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 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 3.9 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 FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Springfield from R 1 760 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Springfield on 27 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 4h	11:15	Springfield Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	21:35	Springfield Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	11:15	Springfield Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 4h	15:30	Springfield Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	20:15	Springfield Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:29 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Springfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 634, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1243 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 634 - R 8 340	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 347 - R 18 092	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 113kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Springfield?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Springfield

A
Bus Station
1776 Main St, Springfield, MA 01103
B
UMass
1500 Main St (outside the CVS pharmacy), Springfield, MA 01115

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 735 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Springfield, MA 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 1 634. The average price for this route is around R 2 608. 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 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Springfield at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Springfield?
A bus trip from Chicago to Springfield produces an estimated 31 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 Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago 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 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 3.9 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 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

23/12

R 4 032

24/12

R 3 963

Today

R 2 605

26/12

R 3 451

27/12

R 3 801

28/12

R 2 503

29/12

R 2 614

30/12

R 2 298

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, MA was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 298

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, MA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 298 to R 4 373 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield, MA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 298, which is on 2025-12-30.