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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Boston | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Springfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just $240, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US 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 Boston to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Springfield start from $204. The average price for this route is around $225. 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 Boston to Springfield?
The average bus trip duration from Boston to Springfield is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 977 miles (1575 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Springfield route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Springfield at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Springfield?
A bus trip from Boston to Springfield generates an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $154To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $154 to $164 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $154 which is on 2025-12-24.
What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, IL?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
