What is the distance between Champaign and Effingham?

The distance separating Champaign and Effingham is 72 miles (116 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Champaign to Effingham?

If you're headed to Effingham from Champaign, chances are that your bus will leave from Champaign Bus Stop and arrive at Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Champaign to Effingham from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Champaign to Effingham on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	6h 50m	3:15pm	Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	10h	1:40am	Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	6h 50m	3:15pm	Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	10h	1:40am	Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	6h 50m	3:15pm	Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Effingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 7mAverage Duration

71 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $190	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $19	Average Duration1h 7m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $169 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,379 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Effingham?

Stops in Champaign

A - Champaign Bus Stop

B - Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center

Stops in Effingham

A - Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to Effingham by bus

What is the distance between Champaign and Effingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Champaign to Effingham?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$5

11/17

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Today

$5

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11/23

$180

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Effingham was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $180 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $180 which is on 2025-11-23.