Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico | Bus | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | San Antonio Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
Tornado Bus + Expreso | Bus | Champaign Bus Stop | Tornado I-35 | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | San Antonio Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | Pearl District | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Champaign Bus Stop | Tornado I-35 | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to San Antonio
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Champaign and San Antonio?
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 San Antonio
- A7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
- B500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
- C4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
- D165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to San Antonio, 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 San Antonio?
The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to San Antonio start from $229. The average price for this route is around $388. 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 San Antonio?
The average bus travel time from Champaign to San Antonio is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 1526 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 20m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Champaign to San Antonio route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Champaign to San Antonio?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to San Antonio at 12:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to San Antonio?
A bus trip from Champaign to San Antonio generates an estimated 38 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 San Antonio?
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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to San Antonio?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Champaign to San Antonio?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Champaign to San Antonio?
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.
The cheapest trip from Champaign to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $369To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Champaign to San Antonio, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $369 to $369 for a bus ticket from Champaign to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $369 which is on 2026-01-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Champaign to San Antonio, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
