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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | South Bend | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Champaign Bus Stop | South Bend, IN | Fastest | ||||
Tornado Bus + Conexiones | Bus | Champaign Bus Stop | South Bend, IN | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:05 PM CST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to South Bend
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to South Bend 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 Champaign to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to South Bend start from $69. The average price for this route is around $287. 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 Champaign to South Bend?
The average bus travel time from Champaign to South Bend is 5h, covering a distance of 232 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 46m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Champaign to South Bend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Champaign to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to South Bend at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 2:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to South Bend?
A bus trip from Champaign to South Bend generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Champaign to South Bend?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to South Bend?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Champaign to South Bend?
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 Champaign to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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 Champaign to South Bend was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $301To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Champaign to South Bend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $301 to $316 for a bus ticket from Champaign to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $316 which is on 2025-12-06.
