Bus Washington, DC to Champaign, IL: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$118

Saturday

$128

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

$127

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	26h 55m	5:35 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	7:30 PM	Champaign, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$118	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 5:35:00 PM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 55m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	1:00 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:00 AM	Champaign, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$120	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 1:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
Greyhound US	26h 40m	10:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:25 PM	Champaign, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$120	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 40m
FlixBus	41h 55m	10:05 AM	Washington, DC	Dupont Circle Station	3:00 AM	Champaign, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$121	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Dupont Circle Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 10:05:00 AM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL via Chicago, you can save more than $23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 10m
  
  0
  
  5:35 PM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  10:00 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $75
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 5:35:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 25m
- Busbud
  
  3h 15m
  
  0
  
  4:30 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  7:45 PM
  
  Champaign, IL
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/6/2025 4:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $23

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	27h 0m	1:00 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:00 AM	Champaign, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$128	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/6/2025 1:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
Greyhound US	26h 40m	10:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:25 PM	Champaign, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$128	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/6/2025 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 40m
Greyhound US	26h 55m	5:35 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	7:30 PM	Champaign, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$128	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/6/2025 5:35:00 PM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL via Chicago, you can save more than $33? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 10m
  
  0
  
  5:35 PM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  10:00 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $75
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 5:35:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 25m
- Busbud
  
  3h 15m
  
  0
  
  4:30 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  7:45 PM
  
  Champaign, IL
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/6/2025 4:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $33

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	27h 0m	1:00 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:00 AM	Champaign, IL	Bus Stop		Economy	$127	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/10/2025 1:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $127 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
	Greyhound US	26h 40m	10:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:25 PM	Champaign, IL	Bus Stop		Economy	$128	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/10/2025 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL via Chicago, you can save more than $32? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 10m
  
  0
  
  5:35 PM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  10:00 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $75
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 5:35:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 25m
- Busbud
  
  3h 15m
  
  0
  
  4:30 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  7:45 PM
  
  Champaign, IL
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/6/2025 4:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Champaign, IL (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $32

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL is $118 on 12/5/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Washington, DC and Champaign, IL

See here how frequent the connections between Washington, DC and Champaign, IL are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Washington, DC and Champaign, IL.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 buses from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and Champaign, IL, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL starting from $118!

Cheapest Bus	$118
Fastest Bus	25h 40m
Earliest Bus	1:00 AM
Latest Bus	10:45 AM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	604.7 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Washington, DC for Champaign, IL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$118

Saturday 12/06

$128

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$127

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $118, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $128.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL, with $118. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $120.

How to save money travelling from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL

These are the most booked bus companies between Washington, DC to Champaign, IL from our users.

Greyhound US from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Washington, DC to Champaign, IL:

Cheapest Price	$118
Fastest Bus	25h 40m
Earliest Bus	1:00 AM
Last Bus	10:45 AM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	12/1/2025

All bus stations and stops in Washington, DC and Champaign, IL

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Washington, DC and Champaign, IL.

Union Station

Massachusetts Avenue Northeast 50

Armory Metro

19th St SE

Metro Center

11th St NW 663

L'Enfant Plaza outside McDonald's

C Street SW DC 400 C Street SW, Washington, DC 400

Renaissance Washington DC Downtown

9th St NW 999

Bus Stop

E Univ Ave 45

Panda Express

S Wright St 627

Service and Comfort on the bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL? Or which bus companies serve the route Washington, DC to Champaign, IL? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Washington, DC to Champaign, IL bus

How much does a Washington, DC Champaign, IL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $118 and takes 25h 55m to reach Champaign, IL. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $118 and $128. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Champaign, IL.

On average, how many connections are available from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL each day?

Every day, the Washington, DC to Champaign, IL bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL take?

The fastest bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL is offered by Greyhound US and takes 25h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $120. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL?

The earliest bus arriving in Champaign, IL from Washington, DC starts at 1:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL?

The latest bus trip departing from Washington, DC for Champaign, IL starts at 10:45 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Washington, DC Champaign, IL route?

When traveling by bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Champaign, IL?

You can check all the direct connections between Washington, DC and Champaign, IL by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Washington, DC to Champaign, IL bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Washington, DC Champaign, IL bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Washington, DC Champaign, IL bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Washington, DC to Champaign, IL on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Washington, DC to Champaign, IL

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Washington, DC and to Champaign, IL

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Washington, DC and to Champaign, IL. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!