Cheap bus tickets from Springfield to Tulsa

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Bus from Springfield to Tulsa: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Springfield to Tulsa. Travelling by bus from Springfield to Tulsa usually takes around 3 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance: 166 mi (268 km)
Shortest duration: 3h 20m
Cheapest price: $38.78
Trips per day: 3
Most frequent service: Greyhound
Bus lines: 1

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Springfield to Tulsa Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Springfield to Tulsa:

Greyhound: 3 daily buses from $39

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How much is a bus ticket from Springfield to Tulsa?

Bus tickets for a trip from Springfield to Tulsa cost about $44 when you book at the cheapest time, 14 days ahead. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Springfield to Tulsa by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from Springfield to Tulsa in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $41 to $62. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on December 4, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Tulsa this week, bus tickets are available starting at $45.

Average bus ticket prices from Springfield to Tulsa by month

Taking the bus from Springfield to Tulsa is usually cheapest in September, when the average ticket price is only $48. If you're planning to take the bus from Springfield to Tulsa during December, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $55. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 14 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $18.15 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Springfield to Tulsa?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Springfield to Tulsa. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Greyhound	3	3h 27m	$50.95

Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 3 bus trips from Springfield to Tulsa every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 27 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Tulsa usually start from $38.78.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Springfield to Tulsa

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Springfield to Tulsa every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Springfield to Tulsa without transferring.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 268 kilometres from Springfield to Tulsa. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 20 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

166

Distance (km)

268

The first bus leaves at 3:55 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 12:55 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Springfield to Tulsa, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

3:55am

Latest bus

12:55pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Springfield to Tulsa for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Wednesday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Springfield?

Main departure station: Springfield (Arna's Food Mart), MO

Most buses depart from the main station in Springfield.

All bus stations in Springfield:

Springfield (Arna's Food Mart), MO

Where does the bus arrive in Tulsa?

Main arrival station: Tulsa Bus Station

All buses from Springfield arrive at one main station in Tulsa.

All bus stations in Tulsa:

Tulsa Bus Station

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