How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to Austin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Austin start at R 2 018. The average price for this route is around R 4 463. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Champaign to Austin?

The average bus journey time from Champaign to Austin is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 1392 km. The fastest bus gets 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 13 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Champaign to Austin?

The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Austin at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.

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

A bus trip from Champaign to Austin produces an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 5627 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 R 3 225 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Champaign to Austin on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 4h	17:15	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	22:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 5h	17:35	Austin South Congress	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	08:55	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Austin on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 4h	17:15	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	22:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 5h	17:35	Austin South Congress	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	09:35	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Austin on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 4h	17:15	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	22:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 5h	17:35	Austin South Congress	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	09:35	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Austin on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:05	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 18h	21:50	Austin South Congress	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	22:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 8h	11:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	08:55	Downtown Austin	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	03:05	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 12h	15:50	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Austin on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	08:55	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	19h 13m	10:53	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	22:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	19h 35m	11:15	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Austin on 25 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	19h 13m	10:53	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	22:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	15:40	Champaign Bus Stop	19h 35m	11:15	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	08:55	Downtown Austin	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:26 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 2 018, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

22h 40mAverage duration

1392 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 018 - R 7 413	Average duration22h 40m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 466 - R 30 470	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
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5162 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

FlixBus

3.5/511 645 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 655 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 439 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Austin, TX, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 2 018. The average price for this route is around R 4 463. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Champaign to Austin?
The average bus journey time from Champaign to Austin is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 1392 km. The fastest bus gets 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 13 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Champaign to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Austin at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Austin?
A bus trip from Champaign to Austin produces an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Austin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

16/12

R 2 659

17/12

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19/12

R 3 782

20/12

R 3 439

21/12

R 3 225

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The cheapest trip from Champaign to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 659

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 R 2 659 to R 5 061 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 R 3 225, which is on 2025-12-21.