How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Springfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Springfield start from $35. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bloomington to Springfield?

The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to Springfield is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 58 miles (93 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 57m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Springfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Springfield at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45am.

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

A bus trip from Bloomington to Springfield generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bloomington 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 5759 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to Springfield?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloomington to Springfield?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Springfield?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Bloomington to Springfield from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Springfield on February 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:45am	Bloomington/Normal (Shell) (IL)	7h 5m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:01 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington 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 57 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

57mAverage Duration

61 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $35	Average Duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $27	Average Duration57m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,238 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,761 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Springfield, IL by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Springfield start from $35. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bloomington to Springfield?
The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to Springfield is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 58 miles (93 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloomington to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Springfield at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Springfield?
A bus trip from Bloomington to Springfield generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloomington 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 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to Springfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloomington to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

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02/20

$28

02/21

$28

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$28

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$28

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Feb 20, 2026 with a price of $28

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

You can expect to pay from $28 to $28 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2026-02-23.