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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: April 26 atDeparture city: SpringfieldDeparture location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
- This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: April 26 atDeparture city: SpringfieldDeparture location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
- This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: April 26 atDeparture city: SpringfieldDeparture location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
- Departure time: April 26 atDeparture city: SpringfieldDeparture location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bus Springfield to Chicago: Trip Overview
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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.
Springfield to Chicago Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 4 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 1:35AM - 1:40PM |
Minimum Price | $28 |
Average Ticket Price | $42 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 4h30m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 4h35m |
Distance | 177 miles (285 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | Greyhound |
Frequently asked questions for your trip Springfield - Chicago
Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are convenient and eco-friendly ways to reach Chicago. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.
On average, the trip from Springfield to Chicago takes around 4h 35m, although the fastest bus will take 4h 30m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 176 miles (284 km) that separate the two cities.
Springfield and Chicago are 176 miles (284 km) apart.
On average, there are 4 daily departures on this route, offered by Greyhound. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Springfield to Chicago may vary. Simplify your trip from Springfield to Chicago by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.
The bus service operates from 1:35 AM for the initial departure and runs until 1:40 PM for the final departure.
The bus ticket costs $42 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $37 and $91, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.
Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Contemporary Art, Lincoln Park Conservatory, Shedd Aquarium, Navy Pier and Brookfield Zoo.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Springfield to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $46 for a bus ticket from Springfield to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2024-04-29.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Springfield to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Springfield to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Springfield to Chicago.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Springfield to Chicago.
Did you know?
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.
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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Bus from Chicago to SpringfieldYou can also go to Chicago by train
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