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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Springfield (Love's), OH | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Springfield (Love's), OH | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Springfield (Love's), OH | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:45 PM CST.
Get from Chicago to Springfield
The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Springfield?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 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
Stops in Springfield
- A
Springfield Bus Stop
299 E Leffel Ln, Springfield, OH 45505, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Springfield, OH 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 $70. The average price for this route is around $168. 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 8h 30m, covering a distance of 397 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Springfield route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Springfield at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Springfield?
A bus trip from Chicago to Springfield generates an estimated 10 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 87387 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 3.9 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, OH was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $132To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Springfield, OH, as early as possible.
