Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus
| Springfield Flixbus stop | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus
| Springfield Flixbus stop | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus
| Springfield Flixbus stop | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
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| Springfield Flixbus stop | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus
| Springfield Flixbus stop | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Get from Springfield to Chicago
The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just MAD 759, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Springfield and Chicago
Stops in Springfield
- A
Greyhound Station
2425 E Kearney St, Springfield, MO 65803 - B
I-44 & Kansas Expy
2825 N Kansas Expy, Springfield, MO 65806, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Springfield, MO to Chicago 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 Springfield to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Chicago start from MAD 759. The average price for this route is around MAD 1,073. 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 Springfield to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Springfield to Chicago is 15h, covering a distance of 438 miles (706 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Springfield to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Jefferson Lines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Springfield to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Chicago at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to Chicago?
A bus trip from Springfield to Chicago generates an estimated 17.637925000000003 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 Springfield to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 798 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Springfield to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Springfield to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Springfield to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Springfield, MO to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 3, 2026 with a price of MAD 798To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Springfield, MO to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 798 to MAD 1,785 for a bus ticket from Springfield, MO to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 798 which is on 2026-10-03.
