Next bus departures

Next departures from Springfield to Chicago on 19 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 10m	20:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	7h 5m	23:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Chicago on 20 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 10m	20:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 15m	16:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	7h 5m	23:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Chicago on 23 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 10m	20:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	01:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	3h 50m	05:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	01:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 15m	05:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	7h 5m	23:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 15m	16:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	6h 35m	18:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Chicago on 25 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	01:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 15m	05:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	01:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	3h 50m	05:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 15m	16:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	7h 5m	23:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 10m	20:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	6h 35m	18:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Chicago on 26 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	01:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 15m	05:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	01:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	3h 50m	05:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 15m	16:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	7h 5m	23:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	4h 10m	20:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:50	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	6h 35m	18:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 18mAverage duration

178 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£27 - £77	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £221	Average duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/516,313 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 16313 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £27

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Springfield, IL to Chicago

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Springfield to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Springfield to Chicago start from £27. The average price for this route is around £36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Springfield to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Springfield to Chicago is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 173 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Springfield to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Springfield to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Chicago at 01:20. And the latest bus departs at 16:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to Chicago?
A bus journey from Springfield to Chicago produces an estimated 6.960349999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended 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

17/10

£36

18/10

£39

Today

£33

20/10

£27

21/10

No data

22/10

No data

23/10

£50

24/10

£24

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Chicago was searched and found on 24 Oct 2026 with a price of £24

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

You can expect to pay from £24 to £75 for a bus ticket from Springfield, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2026-10-24.