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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | 100 E Rich St | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 1:00 PM EST.
Get from Columbus to Champaign
The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Champaign?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in Champaign
- A
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820 - B4910 N Market St, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Champaign 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 Columbus to Champaign?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Champaign start from $117. The average price for this route is around $156. 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 Columbus to Champaign?
The average bus travel time from Columbus to Champaign is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 448 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Champaign route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Champaign?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Champaign at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Champaign?
A bus trip from Columbus to Champaign generates an estimated 11 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 Columbus to Champaign?
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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Champaign?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Columbus to Champaign?
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 Columbus to Champaign?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Columbus, OH to Champaign was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $103To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Champaign, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $103 to $147 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2025-12-17.
