Bus from South Bend to Champaign: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for South Bend to Champaign on December 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tornado BusBus
South Bend, IN
Champaign Bus StopNo tags
Tornado BusBus
South Bend, IN
Champaign Bus StopNo tags
Tornado BusBus
South Bend, IN
Champaign Bus StopNo tags
Tornado BusBus
South Bend, IN
Champaign Bus StopNo tags
Tornado BusBus
South Bend, IN
Champaign Bus StopNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from South Bend to Champaign

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
5h 55mAverage Duration
232 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$68 - $327Average Duration5h 55m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$67 - $740Average Duration14h 22m
22kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from South Bend to Champaign?

    The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to Champaign start from $68. The average price for this route is around $312. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from South Bend to Champaign?

    The average bus travel time from South Bend to Champaign is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 232 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the South Bend to Champaign route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from South Bend to Champaign?

    The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Champaign at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to Champaign?

    A bus trip from South Bend to Champaign generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from South Bend 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from South Bend to Champaign?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from South Bend 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from South Bend to Champaign?

    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.

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12-10
$311
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12-13
$311
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12-17
$311
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from South Bend to Champaign was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $311

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

You can expect to pay from $311 to $311 for a bus ticket from South Bend to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $311 which is on 2025-12-13.

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