The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Springfield, IL
Cheapest price
$186
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
23 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1329 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Springfield, IL will cost around $251 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $186.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to Springfield, IL without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for New York, NY to Springfield, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Springfield, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $221. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $221, and a train costs an average of $366.
Distance: 825 miles (1329 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$228 Average price Cheapest | $371 Average price |
35h 58m Average total duration 35h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Springfield, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Springfield, IL buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 PM New York, NY | 37h05 | 10:35 AM Springfield, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 1:35 AM New York, NY | 23h40 | 1:15 AM Springfield, IL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:55 AM New York, NY | 25h25 | 11:20 AM Springfield, IL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:20 AM New York, NY | 35h00 | 9:20 PM Springfield, IL | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Springfield, IL
Buses from New York, NY to Springfield, IL run on average 14 times per day, taking around 35h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $221 (€179) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 825 miles (1329 km) distance in 33h 50m.
Distance 825 miles (1329 km) |
Average bus duration 35h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $221 (€179) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 33h 50m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest month Apr |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to Springfield, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Springfield, IL
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
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