How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to Austin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Austin start from $160. The average price for this route is around $376. 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 Champaign to Austin?

The average bus travel time from Champaign to Austin is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 1398 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Champaign to Austin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Champaign to Austin?

The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Austin at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Champaign to Austin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Austin?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Champaign to Austin?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Champaign to Austin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Champaign to Austin from $195 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 8h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 9h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 20h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	No tags
	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 40m	10:55am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 9h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 20h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	No tags
	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 40m	10:55am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 20h	8:30am	Austin South Congress	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 5h	5:35pm	Austin South Congress	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 8h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 40m	10:55am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 4h	5:15pm	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 4h	5:15pm	Downtown Austin	No tags
	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 40m	10:55am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 4h	5:15pm	Downtown Austin	No tags
	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 40m	10:55am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 8h	8:55pm	Downtown Austin	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:11 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 22 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

22h 40mAverage Duration

1398 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$160 - $533	Average Duration22h 40m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$211 - $2,527	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 127kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Austin?

Stops in Champaign

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

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

Tornado Bus

3/5170 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi4.1

FlixBus

3.5/512,025 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,727 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,497 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Austin, TX, US 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 Champaign to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Austin start from $160. The average price for this route is around $376. 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 Champaign to Austin?
The average bus travel time from Champaign to Austin is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 1398 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Champaign to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Champaign to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Austin at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Austin?
A bus trip from Champaign to Austin generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Champaign to Austin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Austin?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Champaign to Austin?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Champaign to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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.

Best price found

01-10

$228

01-11

$229

Today

$377

01-13

$377

01-14

$377

01-15

$377

01-16

$229

01-17

$206

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $206

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

You can expect to pay from $206 to $377 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $206 which is on 2026-01-17.

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.