Bus from Rockford, IL to Springfield, IL: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Rockford to Springfield on December 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
East Side Transfer Center
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILCheapest
Amtrak
Rockford, IL
Springfield StationFastest
Amtrak
Rockford, IL
Springfield StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
East Side Transfer Center
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILNo tags
Amtrak
Rockford, IL
Springfield StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:35 PM CST.

Get from Rockford to Springfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
11hAverage Duration
175 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rockford, 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Springfield start from $52. The average price for this route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Rockford to Springfield?

    The average bus trip duration from Rockford to Springfield is 11h, covering a distance of 175 miles (281 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Rockford to Springfield route?

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Springfield at 12:01pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from Rockford to Springfield generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Rockford 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 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford 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 has the most timely service from Rockford to Springfield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Rockford 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
12/15
$68
12/16
No data
Today
$62
12/18
$68
12/19
$105
12/20
$105
12/21
$105
12/22
$105
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rockford, IL to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $354 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-12-18.

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