Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 30m	9:35pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	1:20pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 15m	9:35pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	4:30am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	4:30am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 30m	9:35pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 30m	9:35pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	4:30am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	4:30am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on September 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on October 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	4:30am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Cheapest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	4:30am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	Fastest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 30m	9:35pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Springfield on October 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	4:30am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	CheapestFastest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	4:30am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 5m	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 30m	9:35pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 34,384, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 5mAverage Duration

178 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 54,951 - ARS 177,621	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 34,384 - ARS 451,576	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/515,887 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Springfield start from ARS 54,951. The average price for this route is around ARS 64,328. 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 Chicago to Springfield?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Springfield is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 175 miles (282 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Springfield at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Springfield?
A bus trip from Chicago to Springfield generates an estimated 7.039275000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/24

ARS 62,500

09/25

ARS 62,500

Today

ARS 62,500

09/27

ARS 53,122

09/28

ARS 51,560

09/29

ARS 45,308

09/30

ARS 45,308

10/01

ARS 45,308

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Sep 29, 2026 with a price of ARS 45,308

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

You can expect to pay from ARS 45,308 to ARS 167,212 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 45,308 which is on 2026-09-29.