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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Greyhound Amtrak Station | Springfield Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Greyhound Amtrak Station | Springfield Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | |||||
 | Downtown Transit Center | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 9 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 889, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Springfield start at R 889. The average price for this route is around R 1 448. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to Springfield?
The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Springfield is 9h 35m, covering a distance of 298 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Springfield route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Springfield at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Springfield?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Springfield produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Springfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Springfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 135To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 135 to R 2 511 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 135, which is on 2025-12-25.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Springfield, IL?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
