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Compare all timetables for the bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Springfield, MO to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US for the next days.
today
from $97
tomorrow
from $102
Sunday
from $72
Monday
from $86
Tuesday
from $105
Wednesday
Thursday
from $97

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    13h 35m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $97
  • Greyhound US
    20h 0m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:35 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $101
  • Greyhound US
    19h 40m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:15 PM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $101

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    13h 35m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $102
  • Greyhound US
    20h 0m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:35 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $158
  • Greyhound US
    19h 40m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:15 PM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $158
  • Did you know that if you travel from Springfield, MO to Chicago via Springfield, IL, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      13h 35m
      0
      3:10 AM
      Springfield, MO
      W Chestnut Expy.
      11:35 AM
      Springfield, IL
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $50
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      11:40 AM
      Springfield, IL
      Bus Stop
      4:45 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    Bus Stop
    4:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $72
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $74
  • Greyhound US
    13h 35m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    Bus Stop
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $87
  • Greyhound US
    13h 35m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $88
  • Greyhound US
    19h 25m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $115

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    13h 35m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    Bus Stop
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $86
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $86
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    Bus Stop
    4:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $93
  • Greyhound US
    19h 25m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $102
  • Greyhound US
    13h 35m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $112
  • Did you know that if you travel from Springfield, MO to Chicago via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      19h 15m
      0
      3:10 AM
      Springfield, MO
      W Chestnut Expy.
      7:05 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $39
      • Waiting Time 8h 55m
    • Busbud
      6h 25m
      0
      4:00 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      10:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $25
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save $22

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $105
  • Greyhound US
    13h 35m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $109
  • Greyhound US
    19h 25m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $148
  • Greyhound US
    20h 0m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:35 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $154
  • Greyhound US
    19h 40m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:15 PM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $154
  • Did you know that if you travel from Springfield, MO to Chicago via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $41? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      19h 15m
      0
      3:10 AM
      Springfield, MO
      W Chestnut Expy.
      7:05 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $39
      • Waiting Time 8h 55m
    • Busbud
      6h 25m
      0
      4:00 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      10:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $25
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save $41

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    Bus Stop
    4:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $97
  • Greyhound US
    13h 0m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $98
  • Greyhound US
    13h 35m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    Bus Stop
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $104
  • Greyhound US
    13h 35m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $113
  • Greyhound US
    20h 0m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Springfield, MO
    W Chestnut Expy.
    2:35 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $120
  • Did you know that if you travel from Springfield, MO to Chicago via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $33? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      19h 15m
      0
      3:10 AM
      Springfield, MO
      W Chestnut Expy.
      7:05 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $39
      • Waiting Time 8h 55m
    • Busbud
      6h 25m
      0
      4:00 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      10:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $25
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save $33

Frequency of bus connections between Springfield, MO and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Springfield, MO and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Springfield, MO to Chicago. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Springfield, MO and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 25 buses from Springfield, MO to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Springfield, MO and Chicago, with 16 offers.

Facts about the bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 6 times every day by bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Springfield, MO to Chicago starting from $72!

Cheapest Bus $72
Fastest Bus 13h 0m
Earliest Bus 3:10 AM
Latest Bus 6:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes 6 Ø
Distance 441.2 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Springfield, MO to Chicago

Every day, 6 buses from 1 bus companies leave Springfield, MO for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/20/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/15
Monday 06/16
Tuesday 06/17
Wednesday 06/18
Thursday 06/19
Friday 06/20
$97
Saturday 06/21
$102
Sunday 06/22
$72
Monday 06/23
$86
Tuesday 06/24
$109
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
$113
Friday 06/27
$119
Saturday 06/28
Sunday 06/29
Monday 06/30
$94
Tuesday 07/01
Wednesday 07/02
Thursday 07/03
Friday 07/04
$80
Saturday 07/05
Sunday 07/06
Monday 07/07
Tuesday 07/08
Wednesday 07/09
Thursday 07/10
$81
Friday 07/11
$78
Saturday 07/12

The cheapest time to travel from Springfield, MO to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Springfield, MO to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $72, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $105.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Springfield, MO to Chicago, with $72. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $101.

How to save money travelling from Springfield, MO to Chicago

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Springfield, MO to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Springfield, MO to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Springfield, MO to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Springfield, MO to Chicago from our users.

Greyhound US from Springfield, MO to Chicago

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Springfield, MO to Chicago:

Cheapest Price $72
Fastest Bus 13h 0m
Earliest Bus 3:10 AM
Last Bus 6:35 PM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 6/17/2025

All bus stations and stops in Springfield, MO and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Springfield, MO and Chicago.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Springfield, MO to Chicago? Compare all modes of transports from Springfield, MO to Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Springfield, MO to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route Springfield, MO to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Springfield, MO to Chicago bus

How much does a Springfield, MO Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $72 and takes 13h 0m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Springfield, MO to Chicago?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $72 and $158. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

On average, how many connections are available from Springfield, MO to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Springfield, MO to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Springfield, MO to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 13h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $74. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Springfield, MO starts at 3:10 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Springfield, MO for Chicago starts at 6:35 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Springfield, MO Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago, passengers can travel with Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield, MO and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Springfield, MO and Chicago by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Springfield, MO to Chicago bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Springfield, MO Chicago bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Springfield, MO Chicago bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Springfield, MO to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Springfield, MO to Chicago

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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