What is the travel distance from Effingham to Champaign?

Effingham and Champaign are 72 miles (116 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Effingham to Champaign start their journey at Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's) and wind up at Champaign Bus Stop. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Effingham to Champaign from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Effingham to Champaign on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:30am	Effingham, (IL - Flying J Travel Center-Effingham)	1h 10m	8:40am	Champaign Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: 11/12/2025 CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Effingham to Champaign

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

71 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $153	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $19	Average Duration1h 15m	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 $132 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

3.5/587,382 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 Effingham and Champaign?

Stops in Effingham

A - Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)

Stops in Champaign

A - Champaign Bus Stop

B - Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Effingham to Champaign by bus

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$5

11/18

$5

Today

$125

11/20

$125

11/21

$145

11/22

$145

11/23

$145

11/24

$145

The cheapest trip from Effingham to Champaign was searched and found on Nov 17, 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 Effingham to Champaign, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $145 for a bus ticket from Effingham to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $125 which is on 2025-11-20.