What is the travel distance from Champaign to Atlanta?

The distance separating Champaign and Atlanta is 489 miles (788 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Champaign to Atlanta?

The majority of buses traveling from Champaign to Atlanta start their journey at Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center and wind up at Doraville Tornado Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

Once in Atlanta, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are World of Coca-Cola, Margaret Mitchell House, Atlanta's Eclectic Neighborhoods, Atlanta Botanical Garden and Atlanta Falcons and the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Bus Champaign to Atlanta from $91 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Champaign to Atlanta on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	17h 45m	3:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:05pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	16h 30m	3:35pm	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	20h 20m	11:40pm	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	18h 15m	3:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	16h 45m	3:35pm	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Atlanta

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

18h 45mAverage Duration

488 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$94 - $209	Average Duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$288 - $1,887	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,365 reviews

Staff4.1

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

3.5/587,382 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, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Atlanta?

Stops in Champaign

A - Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center

B - Champaign Bus Stop

Stops in Atlanta

A - Doraville Tornado Bus Station

B - Atlanta Airport

C - Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station

D - Cleveland Ave

E - Doraville El Expreso Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to Atlanta, GA by bus

What is the travel distance from Champaign to Atlanta?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Champaign to Atlanta?
What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

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11/17

$128

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11/20

$94

11/21

$106

11/22

$99

11/23

$113

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $94

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

You can expect to pay from $94 to $187 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $94 which is on 2025-11-20.