How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Houston start from $108. The average price for this route is around $151. 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 Houston?

The average bus trip duration from Champaign to Houston is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 819 miles (1321 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Champaign to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Houston at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Champaign to Houston generates an estimated 33 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 Houston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12162 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Champaign to Houston from $89 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Champaign to Houston on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 50m	11:10am	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 3h	10:50pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	23h 40m	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 1h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Houston on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 50m	11:10am	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 3h	10:50pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	23h 40m	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 1h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Houston on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 11h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 17h	5:15am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 16h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:41 AM CST.

Get from Champaign to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

819 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Houston?

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 Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,163 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Houston start from $108. The average price for this route is around $151. 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 Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Champaign to Houston is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 819 miles (1321 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Champaign to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Champaign to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Houston at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Houston?
A bus trip from Champaign to Houston generates an estimated 33 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 Houston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12162 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Houston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Champaign to Houston?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Champaign to Houston?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

$130

01/29

No data

Today

$250

01/31

$198

02/01

$125

02/02

$122

02/03

No data

02/04

$173

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Houston, US was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $122

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

You can expect to pay from $122 to $250 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $122 which is on 2026-02-02.