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Bus from Champaign to Normal: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Champaign to Normal. Traveling by bus from Champaign to Normal usually takes around one hour and 3 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 55 minutes.
| Distance | 48 mi (77 km) |
| Shortest duration | 55m |
| Cheapest price | $13.48 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
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Burlington TrailwaysThere are several bus options that can take you from Champaign to Normal:
- Amtrak Thruway: 1 daily buses from $25
- Greyhound: 2 daily buses from $13
- Jefferson Lines: 1 daily buses from $23
How much is a bus ticket from Champaign to Normal?
Bus tickets for a trip from Champaign to Normal cost $17.53 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
If you're planning to travel by bus from Champaign to Normal in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $19 to $25. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on October 4, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Normal this week, bus tickets are available starting at $20.
Average bus ticket prices from Champaign to Normal by month
Taking the bus from Champaign to Normal is usually cheapest in June, when the average ticket price is only $19. If you're planning to take the bus from Champaign to Normal during February, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $23. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
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 8 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $7.47 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. Greyhound offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1h 10m | $25.00 |
| Greyhound | 2 | 57m | $18.12 |
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 1h | $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 2 bus trips from Champaign to Normal every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 57 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Normal usually start from $13.48.
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 $23 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.
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay $23 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Normal.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Champaign to Normal
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Champaign to Normal every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Champaign to Normal without transferring. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Champaign to Normal; ticket prices start at $30.
Trips per day
3
Direct trips
3
The bus takes an average of one hour and 3 minutes to cover the 48 miles from Champaign to Normal. However, the fastest bus only takes 55 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Distance (mi)
48
Distance (km)
77
The first bus leaves at 7:50am and the last bus leaves at 2:20pm. To see the times for all buses from Champaign to Normal, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
7:50am
Latest bus
2:20pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Champaign to Normal for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Champaign
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?
Main 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
- Uptown Station - 11 Uptown Cir
- Bloomington
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