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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 buses that leave St. Louis, MO for Springfield, IL on Wed, Mar 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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 bus and train for St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$24 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL buses for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2:30 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1h50 | 4:20 PM Springfield, E Adams St / S 11th St (Transfer Center), IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1h50 | 10:50 PM Springfield, E Adams St / S 11th St (Transfer Center), IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, March 18 | |||||
| FlixBus | 4:30 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1h45 | 6:15 AM Springfield, E Adams St / S 11th St (Transfer Center), IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:30 AM St. Louis, MO | 1h45 | 7:15 AM Springfield, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL
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Buses from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 03:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest month Sep |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Sat |
Least busy day Thu |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, ILYou can travel by bus between St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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