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| Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Cheapest | ||||
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| Downtown Greyhound Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Fastest | ||||
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| Downtown Greyhound Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | ||||
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| Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Springfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 16297 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £28
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Springfield, IL
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Springfield start from £28. The average price for this route is around £32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Springfield?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Springfield is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 175 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Springfield at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 17:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Springfield?
A bus journey from Chicago to Springfield produces an estimated 7.033575000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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, IL was searched and found on 22 Oct 2026 with a price of £24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Springfield, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £24 to £74 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2026-10-22.
