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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Cincinnati Bus Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Cincinnati (Downtown) | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati) | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to Springfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Springfield start from $123. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 Cincinnati to Springfield?
The average bus travel time from Cincinnati to Springfield is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 448 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Springfield route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cincinnati to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Springfield at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Springfield?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to Springfield generates an estimated 11 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 Cincinnati to Springfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $153To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cincinnati to Springfield, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $153 to $156 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $156 which is on 2025-12-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Springfield, IL?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
