What's the distance between St. Louis and Champaign by coach?

The distance between St. Louis and Champaign by coach is approximately 147 miles (237 km).

What is the best way to go from St. Louis to Champaign without a car?

The best way to go from St. Louis to Champaign without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus St. Louis to Champaign from £24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Champaign on 20 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Gateway Station	3h 25m	02:55	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	CheapestFastest
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Champaign on 21 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Gateway Station	3h 25m	02:55	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	CheapestFastest
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
09:30	Gateway Station	3h 40m	13:10	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
16:00	Gateway Station	3h 30m	19:30	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Champaign on 22 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:00	Gateway Station	3h 30m	19:30	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
23:30	Gateway Station	3h 25m	02:55	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Fastest
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
09:30	Gateway Station	3h 40m	13:10	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Champaign on 23 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Gateway Station	3h 25m	02:55	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	CheapestFastest
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
09:30	Gateway Station	3h 40m	13:10	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
16:00	Gateway Station	3h 30m	19:30	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Champaign on 24 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Gateway Station	3h 25m	02:55	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	CheapestFastest
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
09:30	Gateway Station	3h 40m	13:10	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags
23:00	Gateway Station	7h 5m	06:05	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
16:00	Gateway Station	3h 30m	19:30	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:07 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Champaign

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 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 30mAverage duration

147 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£26 - £43	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£36 - £448	Average duration14h 6m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,381 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,594 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,385 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and Champaign?

Stops in St. Louis

A - Gateway Station

Stops in Champaign

A - Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center

B - Champaign Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from St. Louis to Champaign

What's the distance between St. Louis and Champaign by coach?
The distance between St. Louis and Champaign by coach is approximately 147 miles (237 km).
What is the best way to go from St. Louis to Champaign without a car?
The best way to go from St. Louis to Champaign without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

£26

19/11

£55

Today

£31

21/11

£30

22/11

£30

23/11

£30

24/11

£28

25/11

No data

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Champaign was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £26

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

You can expect to pay from £26 to £197 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually Amtrak 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.