Bus from Kansas City, MO to Champaign: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Champaign on December 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
10h 50mAverage Duration
554 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$85 - $339Average Duration10h 50m
14kg CO₂e
Average Price$163 - $1,216Average Duration15h 49m
51kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Kansas City to Champaign?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Champaign start from $85. The average price for this route is around $179. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Kansas City to Champaign?

    The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Champaign is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 554 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Champaign route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kansas City to Champaign?

    The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Champaign at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Champaign?

    A bus trip from Kansas City to Champaign generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Kansas City to Champaign?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 759 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kansas City to Champaign?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kansas City to Champaign?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kansas City to Champaign?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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