Bus from St. Louis to Champaign: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Champaign on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Gateway Station
Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:49 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
237 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$47 - $146Average Duration3h 30m
6kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$71 - $806Average Duration14h 6m
22kg CO₂e

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to Champaign?

    The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Champaign start from $47. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to Champaign?

    The average bus travel time from St. Louis to Champaign is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 237 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Champaign route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from St. Louis to Champaign?

    The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Champaign at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Champaign?

    A bus trip from St. Louis to Champaign generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from St. Louis to Champaign?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Champaign?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from St. Louis to Champaign?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Champaign?

    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
12-13
$47
12-14
$50
Today
$50
12-16
$47
12-17
$50
12-18
$43
12-19
$44
12-20
$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Champaign was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $43

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 $43 to $353 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 $43 which is on 2025-12-18.

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.

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