How much is the bus ticket from Springfield to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Chicago start at R 1 631. The average price for this route is around R 2 406. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Springfield to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Springfield to Chicago is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 49m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Springfield to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Springfield to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Chicago at 09:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to Chicago?

A bus trip from Springfield to Chicago produces an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Springfield to Chicago?

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 Springfield to Chicago?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Springfield to Chicago?

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 Springfield to Chicago?

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.

Bus Springfield to Chicago from R 1 542 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Springfield to Chicago on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:40	Springfield Union Station	1d 6h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	17:40	Springfield Union Station	1d 3h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:25	Springfield Union Station	1d 11h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:25	Springfield Union Station	1d 7h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:25	Springfield Union Station	1d 9h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Chicago on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:50	Springfield Union Station	1d 4h	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	09:50	Springfield Union Station	1d 1h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	17:40	Springfield Union Station	1d 3h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:25	Springfield Union Station	1d 11h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:25	Springfield Union Station	1d 7h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:15	Springfield Union Station	1d 6h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	09:50	Springfield Union Station	1d 1h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:15	Springfield Union Station	1d 2h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:50	Springfield Union Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	23:25	Springfield Union Station	1d 7h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:15 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 631, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

1243 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 631 - R 6 773	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 359 - R 11 326	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 113kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Springfield and Chicago?

Stops in Springfield

A
Bus Station
1776 Main St, Springfield, MA 01103
B
UMass
1500 Main St (outside the CVS pharmacy), Springfield, MA 01115

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 629 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, MA to Chicago by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Springfield to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Chicago start at R 1 631. The average price for this route is around R 2 406. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Springfield to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Springfield to Chicago is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Springfield to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Springfield to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Chicago at 09:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to Chicago?
A bus trip from Springfield to Chicago produces an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Springfield to Chicago?
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 Springfield to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Springfield to Chicago?
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 Springfield to Chicago?
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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/12

R 2 334

15/12

R 2 524

Today

R 2 041

17/12

R 2 352

18/12

R 2 231

19/12

R 2 283

20/12

R 2 748

21/12

R 2 601

The cheapest trip from Springfield, MA to Chicago was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 041

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Springfield, MA to Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 041 to R 3 333 for a bus ticket from Springfield, MA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 231, which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.