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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Springfield
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 PLN 85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Springfield start from PLN 131. The average price for this route is around PLN 158. 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 Chicago to Springfield?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Springfield is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 175 miles (281 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Springfield route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Springfield at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Springfield?
A bus trip from Chicago to Springfield generates an estimated 7.0177499999999995 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 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 6467 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 has the most timely service from Chicago to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Sep 2, 2026 with a price of PLN 127To 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 PLN 127 to PLN 364 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 PLN 127 which is on 2026-09-02.
