What is the distance between Saint Paul and Springfield?

The distance separating Saint Paul and Springfield is 397 miles (639 km).

Bus Saint Paul to Springfield from $98 | Compare & Save up to 33%

TodayJul 6

from $119

TomorrowJul 7

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from $105

Cheap buses leaving Sunday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 13 at 12:45am
Departure city: Saint Paul
Departure location: Union Depot
Arrival time: July 13 at 1:55pm
Destination city: Springfield
Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 10m
Departure time: July 13 at 2:30pm
Departure city: Saint Paul
Departure location: Union Depot
Arrival time: July 14 at 4:35am
Destination city: Springfield
Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 5m
Departure time: July 13 at 9:20pm
Departure city: Saint Paul
Departure location: Union Depot
Arrival time: July 14 at 1:55pm
Destination city: Springfield
Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 35m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Saint Paul to Springfield.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$75 - $205	Average Duration14h 25m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$109 - $269	Average Duration13h 26m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Saint Paul to Springfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 13 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

13h 26mAverage Duration

$109Cheapest ticket

58kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Saint Paul to Springfield: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$118

Average bus trip duration14h 25m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure12:45am

Distance396 miles (638 km)

Latest bus departure11:30pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,410 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,090 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

Saint Paul to Springfield Bus

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Saint Paul, US - Springfield, IL

What is the distance between Saint Paul and Springfield?

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

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$157

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$146

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The cheapest trip from Saint Paul to Springfield was searched and found on Jul 6, 2025 with a price of $146

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

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Saint Paul and Springfield!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Saint Paul to Springfield, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Saint Paul to Springfield that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Saint Paul to Springfield while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Saint Paul to Springfield?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time14h 25m	Avg Price$118	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time13h 26m	Avg Price$180	Daily Departures1

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Bus Tickets from Saint Paul, US to Springfield, IL

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