Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Joliet to Champaign. Traveling by coach from Joliet to Champaign usually takes around 4 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 16.8 minutes.
| Distance | 98 mi (157 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 17m |
| Cheapest price | £92.43 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Joliet to Champaign?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Joliet to Champaign. Tornado Bus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 4h 40m | £92.43 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Joliet to Champaign. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 16.8 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one coach per day from Joliet to Champaign. It leaves the station in Joliet at 11:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one coach per day from Joliet to Champaign. However, it is not a direct coach, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change coaches during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Joliet to Champaign; ticket prices start at £16.09.
City Information
Joliet
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionJoliet is the third-largest city in Illinois and a suburb about 35 miles outside of Chicago. Most striking in Joliet is its limestone architecture, which you can see in the 40-room Jacob Henry Mansion and Post Office, built in 1876 and 1903, respectively. The Rialto Square Theatre is another historic building where many musicals, concerts, and comedy shows perform each week. Aside from its history, Joliet has gorgeous natural spaces, including the Forest Preserve District, perfect for fishing and hiking, and the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, where 27 protected bison live.
Roll the dice at the Hollywood Casino and Hotel for an epic night out in Joliet. If you prefer to fill your stomach instead of emptying your wallet, choose from several on-site dining options in the hotel. Downtown Joliet is also known for its culinary opportunities, from fine dining at Juliet's Tavern to quick bites at Joliet Route 66 Diner.
Amtrak's Lincoln Service from St. Louis and the Texas Eagle from San Antonio stop in Joliet on their routes to Chicago. The quick trip to Chicago makes it easy to connect to many of Amtrak's other train lines, plus additional bus routes beyond the ones offered by Tornado Bus and El Expreso Bus directly to Joliet.
Champaign
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Pixabay
A significant hub for the Silicone Prairie, Champaign is a stunning city with many exciting landmarks to visit. The downtown area of Champaign is perhaps its busiest area, with over 40 different bars, art galleries, and boutique shops for you to enjoy. To enjoy arthouse films or independent productions, head over to the Art Theater, which also hosts special screenings. The campustown area near the University of Illinois hosts not only cheap eateries but also fine dining spots. The area tends to get crowded at night since students will be out on the street to enjoy the hopping nightlife.
As a busy college town, Champaign naturally has a very vibrant food scene with many excellent dining options. Radio Maria is a unique Spanish establishment with very colorful Spanish decorations and amazing tapas dishes. Those who want something more exotic and exciting could check out DESTIHL, which offers unique home-cooked dishes and great artisan beers.
The Illinois Terminal is Champaign's primary bus and train station, served by Amtrak, Burlington Trailways, Jefferson Lines, and Greyhound. From Champaign, you can continue your journey and visit some of the other top destinations in Illinois.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Joliet?
Main departure station: Super Rio Grande
Most coaches depart from the main station in Joliet.
All coach stations in Joliet:
Super Rio Grande
Where does the coach arrive in Champaign?
Main arrival station: Pilot Travel center
Tornado bus service stops at the Pilot Travel Center located at 4910 Market Street, slightly north of downtown Champaign. The gas station is open 24 hours a day. It is a stop-over plaza for trucks and buses to refuel, so there is not a separate bus station building. You can, however, wait for the bus inside the gas station or head to the onsite McDonald’s to grab a bite. The place remains busy throughout the day, but overall the facilities are clean and comfortable for travelers.
Coach stations in Champaign:
Pilot Travel center
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Champaign to Joliet?
Search Coach Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare coach and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap coach and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading coach and train companies, we always have the best coach and train deals out there.
Book coaches and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more