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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Dover to Champaign. Traveling by bus from Dover to Champaign usually takes around 40 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 40 hours and 15 minutes.
Distance | 679 mi (1093 km) |
Shortest duration | 40h 15m |
Cheapest price | €154.90 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Dover to Champaign?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Dover to Champaign. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Greyhound | 2 | 1d 16h 23m | €175.83 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Dover to Champaign every day, with the average journey taking around 40 hours and 23 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Champaign usually start from €155.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 40 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 1093 kilometers from Dover to Champaign. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 17:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from Dover to Champaign, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Dover
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Link to image attributionAs the capital of Delaware, Dover offers a plethora of landmarks and attractions to keep tourists engaged! Tourists interested in the city's heritage (and American history in general) should check out the Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village, which showcases artifacts and items of great cultural significance to the state's agricultural history. You could also visit the John Dickinson Plantation to learn more about one of the original founding fathers of the U.S. For some outdoor activities, check out the local Amish community, where you can meet locals and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Dover features an eclectic food scene with plenty of different choices for different tastes. Vincenzo's Pizzeria & Gelato is a popular spot with delicious Italian dishes and fantastic house wines to pair with them. If you are interested in beers, Fordham & Dominion Brewing Company will be a great choice!
Dover is a stop along several bus and train routes, with service offered by Amtrak, Greyhound, SprinterBus, and OurBus. Air travelers usually fly into the airport in nearby Wilmington or make plans to take a bus from the airport in either Philadelphia or Baltimore to Dover.
Champaign
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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 bus leave from in Dover?
Main departure station: 7-Eleven Parking Lot - 654 N Dupont Hwy
Greyhound buses to Dover stop at the 7-Eleven off Dupont Highway and near Silver Lake. Since this is a curbside stop, there is no separate station building. However, you can wait for your bus inside the 7-Eleven, and pick up a few snacks for the ride, too. If you arrive in Dover via buses, this drop-off location is just steps away from a handful of hotels and restaurants along both sides of Dupont Highway.
All bus stations in Dover:
7-Eleven Parking Lot - 654 N Dupont Hwy
Where does the bus arrive in Champaign?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Illinois Term - 45 E University Ave
The Illinois Terminal is located at 45 East University Avenue in Champaign. The transport center opened in 1999, and now provides bus and train service in the Champaign-Urbana area. The terminal is served by Amtrak, Burlington Trailways, Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, and local mass transit. Make sure to wait in the correct station building; Champaign’s old train station, dating to 1898, is just across the street. The Illinois Terminal offers short-term parking, fast food, and even meeting spaces and banquet halls. Thanks to the station’s convenient location, some of the best restaurants and bars in downtown Champaign are just a short walk away.
Bus stations in Champaign:
Illinois Term - 45 E University Ave
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