The cheapest and fastest buses from Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 1 buses that leave Aurora, IL for Springfield, IL on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 245 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, and a bus costs an average of $57.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$61 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL buses for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 PM Aurora, IL | 8h30 | 3:20 AM Springfield, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL
Buses from Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 19:24. The fastest bus covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 19:24 |
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Low season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aurora, IL to Springfield, IL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Springfield, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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