How far is Jefferson City from Springfield?

Jefferson City and Springfield are 258 km (160 miles) apart.

Bus from Jefferson City to Springfield starting at US$41 | Compare & Save up to 50%

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 3 at 7:15pm
Departure city: Jefferson City
Departure location: Jefferson City
Arrival time: July 4 at 1:15am
Destination city: Springfield
Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 4:31 PM CDT.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Jefferson City to Springfield

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$65 - US$65	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average PriceUS$41 - US$81	Average Duration4h 54m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Jefferson City to Springfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 4 hours 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

4h 54mAverage Duration

US$41Cheapest ticket

23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Jefferson City to Springfield: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$65

Average Bus Trip Duration6h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure7:15pm

Distance257 km

Jefferson City to Springfield Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Jefferson City to Springfield.

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Jefferson City to Springfield, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Jefferson City, MO - Springfield, IL

How far is Jefferson City from Springfield?
Jefferson City and Springfield are 258 km (160 miles) apart.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Jefferson City to Springfield, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Jefferson City to Springfield that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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