What is the travel distance from Houston to Champaign?

The distance between the two cities is 820 miles (1322 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Houston to Champaign start their journey at Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway and wind up at Champaign Bus Stop. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Houston to Champaign from $124 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Houston to Champaign on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 7h	2:15am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 6h	2:15am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:50pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	1d 6h	2:15am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:10pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 16h	3:30pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:45pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	1d 15h	3:30pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags

Get from Houston to Champaign

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

821 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

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FlixBus

3.5/511,367 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.

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,2 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $279 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

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.

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

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

Where are the popular stops in Houston and Champaign?

Stops in Houston

A - Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway

B - Downtown Greyhound Station

C - Harrisburg Greyhound Station

D - Harrisburg Senda Station

E - Clay St & Louisiana St

F - Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr

Stops in Champaign

A - Champaign Bus Stop

B - Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Champaign by bus

What is the travel distance from Houston to Champaign?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to Champaign?

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

$219

Today

$265

11/19

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11/20

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11/22

$124

11/23

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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Champaign was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $124

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

You can expect to pay from $124 to $265 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2025-11-22.

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.