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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | |||||
 | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
 | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Chicago?
Stops in Champaign
- A4910 N Market St, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
- B
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Champaign to Chicago
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Champaign to Chicago start from £20. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Champaign to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Champaign to Chicago is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 118 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Champaign to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tornado Bus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Champaign to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Chicago at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Chicago?
A bus journey from Champaign to Chicago produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Champaign to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Champaign to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Champaign to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Champaign to Chicago was searched and found on 21 Feb 2026 with a price of £17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Champaign to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £106 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2026-02-21.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
