Previously seen trips

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on July 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 10h	8:15pm	Springfield Union Station
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 6h	5:35pm	Springfield Union Station
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	8:15pm	Springfield Union Station
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	9:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 12h	11:15am	Springfield Union Station
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:15am	Springfield Union Station

Compare 2 ways to go 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, 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just CHF 72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

1243 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCHF 72 - CHF 260	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCHF 92 - CHF 1,092	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
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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

3.5/587,581 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,988 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Springfield, MA 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 CHF 72. The average price for this route is around CHF 103. 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 travel time from Chicago to Springfield is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1243 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Springfield at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Springfield?
A bus trip from Chicago to Springfield generates an estimated 31.063175000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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 Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87579 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Springfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 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

07-08

CHF 148

07-09

CHF 137

Today

CHF 86

07-11

CHF 88

07-12

CHF 101

07-13

CHF 99

07-14

CHF 81

07-15

CHF 88

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, MA was searched and found on Jul 14, 2026 with a price of CHF 81

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 CHF 81 to CHF 184 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 CHF 81 which is on 2026-07-14.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.