What's the distance between Chicago and Champaign by coach?

The distance between Chicago and Champaign by coach is approximately 124 miles (200 km).

How can I get from Chicago to Champaign without driving?

You can travel to Champaign from Chicago by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Chicago to Champaign from £10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Champaign on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 55m	15:25	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	2h 10m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	5h 40m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Champaign on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 20m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	2h 10m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	2h 45m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	09:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 55m	15:25	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	5h 40m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Champaign on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 20m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	2h 10m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	2h 45m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	09:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 55m	15:25	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	5h 40m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Champaign on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 20m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	2h 10m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	2h 45m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	09:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 55m	15:25	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	5h 40m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Champaign on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 20m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	2h 10m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	2h 45m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	09:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 55m	15:25	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	5h 40m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Champaign on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 20m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	2h 10m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	2h 45m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	09:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 55m	15:25	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	5h 40m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Champaign on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 20m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	2h 10m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	2h 45m	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	09:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 55m	15:25	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	5h 40m	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Champaign

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 2 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

2h 31mAverage duration

126 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£11 - £152	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £151	Average duration2h 31m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,379 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 22 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £20

Greyhound Chicago Champaign recent customer reviews

The staff at the ticket counter were extremely courteous and very helpful in making sure I knew exactly where to go and the bus number. They were wonderful! The bus was very clean, on time and arrived a few minutes early. Great all the way around!

Rosemary G.

9 September 2019

Unclear on what station to on board bus. No communication on status of late bus. Staff was not friendly.

Roberto C.

1 July 2019

The bus was late and then the driver pulled over to a rest stop because people were talking on the bus...

Rachel O.

19 October 2017

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Users have reported a positive experience with the train service, highlighting punctual departures and arrivals. The boarding process was well-organized, and there was ample space for baggage. Travelers appreciated the friendly staff and found everything to be straightforward, making it an enjoyable journey for those traveling from out of state.

Amtrak Chicago Champaign recent customer reviews

Everything was fine. Train left on time and arrived a few minutes early. Staff was nice; everything was easy.

Stephen E.

28 September 2025

Train arrived on time . The boarding was very organised. Reached destination on time . Enough space for our baggage.Overall a good experience for out of state travellers ,like us.

Poornima A.

5 May 2023

It was good.Very comfortable

Meiramgul B.

7 July 2024

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Champaign?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Champaign

A - Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center

B - Champaign Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Champaign

What's the distance between Chicago and Champaign by coach?
The distance between Chicago and Champaign by coach is approximately 124 miles (200 km).
How can I get from Chicago to Champaign without driving?
You can travel to Champaign from Chicago by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£44

17/11

£25

Today

£35

19/11

£32

20/11

£20

21/11

£22

22/11

£22

23/11

£23

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Champaign was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £20

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

You can expect to pay from £20 to £137 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-11-20.

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.