How much is the bus ticket from Rockford to Springfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Springfield start from $52. The average price for this route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Rockford to Springfield?

The average bus trip duration from Rockford to Springfield is 9h 19m, covering a distance of 175 miles (281 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Rockford to Springfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockford to Springfield?

The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Springfield at 12:01pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Springfield?

A bus trip from Rockford to Springfield generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Rockford 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 5654 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford 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 has the most timely service from Rockford to Springfield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Rockford 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.

Bus Rockford to Springfield from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Rockford to Springfield on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:35am	East Side Transfer Center	10h 10m	9:45pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	East Side Transfer Center	10h 10m	9:45pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	Bus	8:15am	East Side Transfer Center	8h 40m	4:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
	Bus	8:15am	East Side Transfer Center	8h 40m	4:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:10pm	East Side Transfer Center	9h 5m	9:15pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	No tags

Get from Rockford to Springfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

9h 19mAverage Duration

175 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,670 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,721 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,449 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rockford, IL to Springfield, IL by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Rockford to Springfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Springfield start from $52. The average price for this route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rockford to Springfield?
The average bus trip duration from Rockford to Springfield is 9h 19m, covering a distance of 175 miles (281 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Rockford to Springfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockford to Springfield?
The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Springfield at 12:01pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Springfield?
A bus trip from Rockford to Springfield generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rockford 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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford 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 has the most timely service from Rockford to Springfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Rockford 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.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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12/22

$105

12/23

$105

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$85

12/25

$53

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The cheapest trip from Rockford, IL to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockford, IL to Springfield, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $53 to $354 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-25.