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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Downtown Greyhound Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
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| Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
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| Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield to Chicago
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 PLN 87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Springfield, IL to Chicago 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 Springfield to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Chicago start from PLN 143. The average price for this route is around PLN 179. 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 Springfield to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Springfield to Chicago is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 173 miles (279 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 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 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to Chicago?
A bus trip from Springfield to Chicago generates an estimated 6.961750000000001 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.
The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 29, 2026 with a price of PLN 123To 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 PLN 123 to PLN 376 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 PLN 123 which is on 2026-09-29.
