Bus from Springfield, IL to St. Louis: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Springfield to St. Louis on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Gateway StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 276, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
1h 55mAverage duration
140 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 287 - R 675Average duration1h 45m
3kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 276 - R 930Average duration1h 55m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, IL to St. Louis by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Springfield to St. Louis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to St. Louis start at R 287. The average price for this route is around R 382. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Springfield to St. Louis?

    The average bus journey time from Springfield to St. Louis is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 140 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Springfield to St. Louis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Springfield to St. Louis?

    The earliest bus departs from Springfield to St. Louis at 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to St. Louis?

    A bus trip from Springfield to St. Louis produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Springfield to St. Louis?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Springfield to St. Louis?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Springfield to St. Louis?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Springfield to St. Louis?

    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
13/12
R 370
14/12
R 448
Today
R 491
16/12
R 405
17/12
R 336
18/12
R 276
19/12
R 276
20/12
R 276
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to St. Louis was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 276

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

You can expect to pay from R 276 to R 491 for a bus ticket from Springfield, IL to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 276, which is on 2025-12-18.

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