Bus Tickets from Des Moines, IA to Champaign, IL

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: May 4 at
    Destination city: Champaign
    Destination location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: May 4 at
    Destination city: Champaign
    Destination location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: May 4 at
    Destination city: Champaign
    Destination location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Des Moines to Champaign: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$139
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure5:30am
Distance480 km
Latest bus departure11:15pm

Des Moines to Champaign Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Champaign

  1. How long does it take to get to Champaign from Des Moines by bus?

    The typical travel time from Des Moines to Champaign by bus is around 14h 45m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Champaign in 7h 20m

  2. What is the distance between Des Moines and Champaign?

    The distance between Des Moines and Champaign is around 481 km (299 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Des Moines to Champaign?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Jefferson/Trailways Depot, in Des Moines, and end it at Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center, in Champaign.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Des Moines to Champaign?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Des Moines to Champaign. Starting at US$96, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Des Moines to Champaign?

    Taking the bus from Des Moines to Champaign costs on average US$139.

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The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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