How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Washington start from $136. The average price for this route is around $190. 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 Washington?

The average bus travel time from Champaign to Washington is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 984 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Champaign to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Champaign to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Washington at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Washington?

A bus trip from Champaign to Washington generates an estimated 25 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 Washington?

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 5752 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Washington?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Champaign to Washington?

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 Washington?

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 Champaign to Washington from $147 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Champaign to Washington on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 7h	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 5h	2:25am	Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Champaign to Washington on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	2:25am	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Champaign to Washington on February 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	21h 15m	11:35am	Union Station	Fastest
	4:45pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	23h 35m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 11h	1:40am	Dupont Circle	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Washington on February 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	21h 15m	11:35am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	23h 35m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 11h	1:40am	Dupont Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 7h	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Washington on February 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	23h 35m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	21h 15m	11:35am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 7h	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 25m	2:25am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Washington on February 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 25m	2:25am	Union Station	Fastest
	4:45pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 7h	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	4:45pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:29 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

984 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$136 - $359	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$148 - $367	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Washington?

Stops in Champaign

A
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
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B
Champaign Bus Stop
4910 N Market St, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
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Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,176 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,519 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,755 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Washington start from $136. The average price for this route is around $190. 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 Washington?
The average bus travel time from Champaign to Washington is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 984 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Champaign to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Champaign to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Washington at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Washington?
A bus trip from Champaign to Washington generates an estimated 25 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 Washington?
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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Champaign to Washington?
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 Washington?
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.

Best price found

02-01

$343

02-02

$168

Today

$219

02-04

$236

02-05

No data

02-06

$147

02-07

$247

02-08

$181

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Feb 6, 2026 with a price of $147

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

You can expect to pay from $147 to $814 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $147 which is on 2026-02-06.