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

Next bus departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Springfield on 17 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Gateway Station
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILCheapest
FlixBusBus
Gateway Station
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILFastest
FlixBusBus
Gateway Station
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:32 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Springfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 hour 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 270, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
1h 44mAverage duration
140 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 331 - R 626Average duration1h 45m
3kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 270 - R 909Average duration1h 44m
13kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Springfield start at R 331. The average price for this route is around R 356. 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 St. Louis to Springfield?

    The average bus journey time from St. Louis to Springfield is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 140 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Springfield at 09:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

    A bus trip from St. Louis to Springfield produces an estimated 3.4865250000000008 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 St. Louis 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 5784 reviews.

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

    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 St. Louis to Springfield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
14/04
R 295
15/04
R 269
Today
R 303
17/04
R 286
18/04
R 261
19/04
R 278
20/04
R 278
21/04
R 236
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of R 236

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

You can expect to pay from R 236 to R 328 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 236, which is on 2026-04-21.

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