Bus Tickets from Chicago to Springfield, MA

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Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on October 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Springfield Union StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Springfield Union StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Springfield Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Springfield Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Springfield Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Springfield

Bus
Average PriceUS$74 - US$260Average Duration1d 4h
31kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$182 - US$421Average Duration1d 2h
113kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Springfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
US$74Cheapest ticket
31kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Springfield, MA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$145
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 4h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure5:45am
Distance1242 km
Latest bus departure11:15pm

Chicago to Springfield Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Springfield from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Springfield, MA

  1. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Springfield?

    The distance covered from Chicago to Springfield is 1245 km (772 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Springfield?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Bus Station, in Springfield.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, MA was searched and found on Oct 10, 2025 with a price of US$284

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 US$284 to US$284 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 US$284 which is on 2025-10-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Springfield, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Springfield.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Springfield, MA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Springfield, MA to Chicago

You can also go to Springfield, MA by train

Train from Chicago to Springfield, MA

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