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Champaign to Normal Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Champaign to Normal?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Champaign to Normal.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$20.55 | Avg. Price$146.43 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration0h 56m | Duration10h 46m |
Bus from Champaign to Normal: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Champaign to Normal. Traveling by bus from Champaign to Normal usually takes around 56 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 55 minutes.
| Distance | 48 mi (77 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $15.98 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
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How much is a bus ticket from Champaign to Normal?
Bus tickets for a trip from Champaign to Normal cost $18.16 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Champaign to Normal by travel date
Bus tickets from Champaign to Normal are expected to cost between $17 and $21 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Normal within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $19. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Average bus ticket prices from Champaign to Normal by month
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Normal, mark your calendar for June. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just $17. However, taking the bus from Champaign to Normal during December is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of $27. The best way to find deals on a trip in December is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 28 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $7.72 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Champaign to Normal?
There are 3 bus lines from Champaign to Normal available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1h 10m | $25.00 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 0h 55m | $20.25 |
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 1h 0m | $23.00 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Champaign to Normal start at $25. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 1 bus trips from Champaign to Normal every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Normal usually start from $16.
Book Jefferson Lines from Champaign to Normal from $23. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Champaign to Normal and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Normal. In Champaign, Jefferson Lines departs to Normal from Illinois Term - 45 E University Ave . In Normal, Jefferson Lines arrives at Bloomington .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Champaign to Normal takes 1 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Normal in 0 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Normal.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Champaign to Normal
The bus takes an average of 56 minutes to cover the 48 miles from Champaign to Normal. However, the fastest bus only takes 55 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.
Because many passengers travel from Champaign to Normal at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Champaign to Normal, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Champaign to Normal. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Champaign to Normal; ticket prices start at $28.00.
City Information
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.
Normal
Normal is a town in North Bloomington, adjacent to Bloomington. The town got its unique name in 1865 from the Illinois State Normal University, a normal school that is a teacher-training institution. Normal features the Children's Discovery Museum, Illinois State University Planetarium and Carden Park for children, and the David Davis Mansion and McLean County Museum of History for history buffs. If you're interested in exploring the outdoors, you can take a walk on the Hidden Creek Nature Sanctuary or Constitution Trail or play on the Ironwood Golf Course. Sports lovers can also check out the Redbird Arena, where basketball games are held.
Normal features a vibrant entertainment scene with different breweries and beer halls. You can participate in the Illinois Shakespeare Festival or watch shows at the Normal Theater. Normal also has a vineyard and wine bars, with most activities available in Uptown Normal, the micro-urban city center. The Uptown area has different entertainment venues, dining, and retail establishments.
You can visit Normal, Illinois, by train or bus. The city is accessible from many other cities by train, including Amtrak, Amtrak Texas Eagle, and Amtrak Lincoln Service. As for the bus lines, you can access the city from over 80 other cities onboard buses from Jefferson Lines, Amtrak Thruway, and Burlington Trailways.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Champaign?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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.
All bus stations in Champaign:
Illinois Term - 45 E University Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Normal?
Main arrival station: Burlington Trailways
Buses arrive in Normal at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Normal:
Burlington Trailways
Bloomington
Uptown Station - 11 Uptown Cir
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