Find coaches from Chicago to Springfield, MO

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

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Bus Chicago to Springfield, MO: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$117
Average bus trip duration12h 45m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance441 miles
Latest bus departure22:30

Chicago to Springfield Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Chicago to Springfield from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Springfield, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Springfield, MO

  1. How far is Springfield from Chicago by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Springfield by coach is approximately 440 miles (709 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Springfield from Chicago without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/10
US$249
08/10
US$73
Today
US$64
10/10
US$130
11/10
US$138
12/10
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, MO was searched and found on 9 Oct 2025 with a price of US$64

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, MO as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$64 to US$249 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$130, which is on 2025-10-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Chicago to Springfield but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Springfield, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Springfield that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Springfield, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago

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