Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on November 20
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Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)
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Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on November 21
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Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
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Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on November 22
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Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on November 23
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Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)
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Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on November 24
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Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)
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Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on November 25
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Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to St. Louis
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 5595 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $48
Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Burlington Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at $117
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.
Greyhound Champaign St. Louis recent customer reviews
The bus i was to take never did show up they said they could not get a bus driver out of Chicago so I had to switch to the next bus which was still late about 15 to 20 minutes leaving
2 out of 5 stars
Jennifer O.
Very unhappy had an 3hr late arrival missed my plane
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to St. Louis by bus
What is the travel distance from Champaign to St. Louis?
Champaign and St. Louis are 147 miles (237 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Champaign to St. Louis?
The majority of buses traveling from Champaign to St. Louis start their journey at Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center and wind up at Gateway Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in St. Louis?
Once in St. Louis, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Powell Symphony Hall, Gateway Arch, Lumière Place, Municipal Theatre Association and Saint Louis Zoo.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/18
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11/19
$45
Today
$35
11/21
$37
11/22
$38
11/23
$39
11/24
$36
11/25
$37
The cheapest trip from Champaign to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $35
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Champaign to St. Louis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $78 for a bus ticket from Champaign to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Champaign to St. Louis?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination