How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to Bloomington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Bloomington start from $20. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Champaign to Bloomington?

The average bus trip duration from Champaign to Bloomington is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Champaign to Bloomington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , Burlington Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Bloomington at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 12:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Champaign to Bloomington generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Champaign to Bloomington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Champaign to Bloomington?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Champaign to Bloomington?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Champaign to Bloomington from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Champaign to Bloomington on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	55m	1:05pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:50am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1h 10m	9:00am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Bloomington on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:50am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1h 10m	9:00am	Uptown Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	55m	1:05pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	Fastest

Next departures for Champaign to Bloomington on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	55m	1:05pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:50am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1h 10m	9:00am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Bloomington on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	55m	1:05pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:50am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1h 10m	9:00am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Bloomington on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	55m	1:05pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:50am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1h 10m	9:00am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Bloomington on February 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	55m	1:05pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:50am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1h 10m	9:00am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Bloomington on February 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	55m	1:05pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:50am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1h 10m	9:00am	Uptown Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:10 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Bloomington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

48 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $28	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $379	Average Duration9h 52m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Bloomington?

Stops in Champaign

A
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
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B
Champaign Bus Stop
4910 N Market St, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
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Stops in Bloomington

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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 Bloomington recent customer reviews

There’s a bad smell on the bus

Jassie C.

March 19, 2024

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to Bloomington, IL by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to Bloomington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Bloomington start from $20. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Champaign to Bloomington?
The average bus trip duration from Champaign to Bloomington is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Champaign to Bloomington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Champaign to Bloomington?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Bloomington at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 12:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Bloomington?
A bus trip from Champaign to Bloomington generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Champaign to Bloomington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Bloomington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Champaign to Bloomington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Champaign to Bloomington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

01/28

$16

01/29

$16

Today

$19

01/31

$19

02/01

$25

02/02

$15

02/03

$15

02/04

$15

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $39 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2026-02-04.

Usually Greyhound, 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.