Bus Tickets from Kansas City, MO to Champaign, IL

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Champaign

Bus
Average PriceUS$51 - US$153Average Duration8h 15m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$106 - US$408Average Duration15h 18m
51kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Kansas City to Champaign

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
8h 15mAverage Duration
US$51Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kansas City to Champaign: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$78
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:35am
Distance554 km

Kansas City to Champaign Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Kansas City to Champaign from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Kansas City to Champaign, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Kansas City - Champaign

  1. How long is the trip from Kansas City to Champaign by bus?

    The trip from Kansas City to Champaign will take on average 8h 15m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Champaign in 8h 15m

  2. What is the travel distance from Kansas City to Champaign?

    It's about 555 km (345 miles) from Kansas City to Champaign.

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

    Buses departing from Greyhound Station in Kansas City will take you to Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center in Champaign.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Kansas City to Champaign?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Kansas City to Champaign. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$51, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Kansas City to Champaign?

    You can expect to pay around US$78 for the bus ride from Kansas City to Champaign.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City to Champaign was searched and found on May 13, 2025 with a price of US$43

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

You can expect to pay from US$43 to US$88 for a bus ticket from Kansas City to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$43 which is on 2025-05-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Kansas City and Champaign!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Kansas City to Champaign, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Kansas City to Champaign that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Kansas City to Champaign while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City to Champaign?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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