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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Downtown Greyhound Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Cheapest | ||||
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| Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Fastest | ||||
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| Downtown Greyhound Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | ||||
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| 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 ₹2,158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
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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 ₹3,448. The average price for this route is around ₹4,135. 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 (282 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?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
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 5:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Springfield?
A bus trip from Chicago to Springfield generates an estimated 7.039025 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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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 Oct 15, 2026 with a price of ₹3,432To 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 ₹3,432 to ₹9,316 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 ₹3,432 which is on 2026-10-15.
