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Springfield to Los Angeles Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Springfield to Los Angeles?
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Springfield to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceMX$4,359.75 | Avg. PriceMX$4,239.03 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips6 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration1d 22h 15m | Duration2d 4h 25m |
Bus from Springfield to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 9 intercity buses per day from Springfield to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Springfield to Los Angeles usually takes around 47 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 42 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 1621 mi (2608 km) |
| Shortest duration | 42h 50m |
| Cheapest price | MX$2,856.56 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |

What bus companies travel from Springfield to Los Angeles?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Springfield to Los Angeles. FlixBus US 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 9 | 1d 23h 13m | MX$5,350.39 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 9 trips per day from Springfield to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Springfield to Los Angeles
The bus takes an average of 47 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 1621 miles from Springfield to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 42 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Los Angeles. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Springfield to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from Springfield to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Springfield, IL to Los Angeles, CA; ticket prices start at MX$4,393.33.
City Information
Springfield

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Link to image attributionThere are 34 cities in America called Springfield, but the state capital of Illinois is one of the most well-known. Beyond Springfield's political clout as a state capital, it is known for being the home of Abraham Lincoln for many years, plus the site of his final resting place. While in town, you can visit President Lincoln's restored home, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and the Lincoln Tomb in Oak Ridge Cemetery. An enormous bronze bust of Lincoln outside his tomb features a nose as shiny as a new penny, rubbed by scores of visitors who consider it good luck.
Springfield is one of the state's best destinations thanks to more than just history. Check out the incredible artistry on display in the capitol building's stained glass windows, or discover the dogwoods lining 5 miles of trails in the Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center. Not to mention Springfield's bustling craft beer scene; hit up the city's microbreweries, nano breweries, and craft beer companies like the famous Springfield Beer Company.
It should be no surprise that one of the primary transportation methods to Springfield is called the Lincoln Service. This Amtrak train route stops in Springfield on its way from Chicago to St. Louis, and so does the Amtrak Texas Eagle from San Antonio to Chicago. Amtrak Thruway buses run from Springfield to Peoria, where travelers can connect to further bus destinations.
Los Angeles



Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Springfield?
Main departure station: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Most buses depart from the main station in Springfield.
All bus stations in Springfield:
Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: San Fernando Bus Station
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
San Fernando Bus Station
800 N Alameda St
North Hollywood Bus Station
Downtown - Vignes Lot
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