How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Springfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Springfield start from ARS 77,728. The average price for this route is around ARS 121,600. 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 Indianapolis to Springfield?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Springfield is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 185 miles (298 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Springfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Springfield at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Springfield generates an estimated 7.4376750000000005 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 Indianapolis 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 5809 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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.

Bus Indianapolis to Springfield from ARS 67,242 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Springfield on June 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:00am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 50m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
	6:40am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	4h 30m	10:10am	Springfield Station	Fastest
	6:40am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	4h 30m	10:10am	Springfield Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:00am	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 45m	11:45am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	1:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	9h	9:30pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Springfield on June 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:00am	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 45m	11:45am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
	6:40am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	4h 30m	10:10am	Springfield Station	Fastest
	6:40am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	4h 30m	10:10am	Springfield Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:00am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 50m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	1:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	9h	9:30pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Springfield on June 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:00am	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 45m	11:45am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
	6:40am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	4h 30m	10:10am	Springfield Station	Fastest
	6:40am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	4h 30m	10:10am	Springfield Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:00am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 50m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	1:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	9h	9:30pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:37 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis 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 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 77,728, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

7h 45mAverage Duration

185 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 77,728 - ARS 234,206	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 136,487 - ARS 1,236,864	Average Duration12h 1m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Compare companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,815 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,758 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,562 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Springfield start from ARS 77,728. The average price for this route is around ARS 121,600. 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 Indianapolis to Springfield?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Springfield is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 185 miles (298 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Springfield at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Springfield?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Springfield generates an estimated 7.4376750000000005 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 Indianapolis 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 5809 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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.

Best price found

05/31

ARS 111,144

06/01

ARS 111,144

Today

ARS 100,907

06/03

No data

06/04

ARS 84,791

06/05

No data

06/06

ARS 91,372

06/07

No data

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Jun 4, 2026 with a price of ARS 84,791

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ARS 84,791 to ARS 200,351 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 84,791 which is on 2026-06-04.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.