How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Champaign?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Champaign start from $104. The average price for this route is around $186. 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 Austin to Champaign?

The average bus trip duration from Austin to Champaign is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 864 miles (1393 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Champaign route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Champaign?

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Champaign at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Champaign?

A bus trip from Austin to Champaign generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Austin 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 Austin to Champaign?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Champaign?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin 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.

Bus Austin to Champaign from $216 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Champaign on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40pm	Downtown Austin	1d 6h	7:30pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	23h 50m	2:55am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	7:30pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	12:10pm	Austin South Congress	1d 7h	7:30pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Champaign

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

864 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$104 - $293	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$136 - $966	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 127kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Champaign?

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Stops in Champaign

A
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
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B
Champaign Bus Stop
4910 N Market St, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,610 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US 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 Austin to Champaign?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Champaign start from $104. The average price for this route is around $186. 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 Austin to Champaign?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Champaign is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 864 miles (1393 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Champaign route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Champaign?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Champaign at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Champaign?
A bus trip from Austin to Champaign generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin 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 Austin to Champaign?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Champaign?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin 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.

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The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Champaign was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $216

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

You can expect to pay from $216 to $216 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $216 which is on 2025-12-15.