The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL
Cheapest price
$274
Average price
$274
Fastest journey
21 h 20 m
Average duration
22 h 58 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1234 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL will cost around $274 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $274.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL without transferring at least once.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $201. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 34h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $201, and a train costs an average of $201.
Distance: 766 miles (1234 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$201 Average price Cheapest | $256 Average price |
35h 5m Average total duration Fastest 34h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35h 5m Average total duration 34h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA 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 |
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![]() | 12:05 PM Philadelphia, PA | 23h15 | 11:20 AM Springfield, IL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Philadelphia, PA | 24h20 | 5:50 PM Springfield, IL | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 3:55 AM Philadelphia, PA | 21h20 | 1:15 AM Springfield, IL | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 34h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $201 (€163) but you can travel from only $201 (€163) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 766 miles (1234 km) distance in 34h 35m.
Distance 766 miles (1234 km) |
Average bus duration 34h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $201 (€163) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 34h 35m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, ILYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL with Greyhound for as low as $201 (€163). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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