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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Greyhound Amtrak Station | Springfield Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Greyhound Amtrak Station | Springfield Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | |||||
 | Downtown Transit Center | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | |||||
| Greyhound Amtrak Station | Springfield Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Springfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Springfield start from $73. The average price for this route is around $115. 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 Indianapolis to Springfield?
The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Springfield is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Springfield route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Springfield at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Springfield?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Springfield generates an estimated 7 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 Indianapolis to Springfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Springfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Indianapolis to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $104To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $104 to $178 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
