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There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Normal to Champaign.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$27.62 | Avg. Price$72.20 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration0h 55m | Duration9h 22m |
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Normal to Champaign. Traveling by bus from Normal to Champaign 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 | $16.49 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
Average score for buses from Normal to Champaign
(Based on 7 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: No delays. Cons: Bus being on time. Tips: Get to the pickup point early.
4.0
Pros: No stops in between. Cons: The bus was late arriving. Tips: Be courteous to people who are already in line and don’t cut the line and get in front of someone.
5.0
Pros: No delays. Cons: A limited amount of people.
4.0
Pros: the air conditioning. Cons: the bus being on time with no mechanical issues. Tips: wear a mask its always someone coughing or sneezing.
5.0
Pros: Good safety. Cons: Could be cleaner.
Bus tickets for a trip from Normal to Champaign cost $25.54 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Normal to Champaign in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $24 to $33. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on December 3, 2024.
If you’re looking to travel to Champaign this week, bus tickets are available starting at $24.
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 6 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $4.54 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Normal to Champaign that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 1 | 1h 0m | $31.00 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 0h 55m | $26.55 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Normal to Champaign from $31. Typically there is one Burlington Trailways schedule per day from Normal to Champaign and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Champaign. In Normal, Burlington Trailways departs to Champaign from Bloomington . In Champaign, Burlington Trailways arrives at Illinois Term - 45 E University Ave .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Normal to Champaign takes 1 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Burlington Trailways trip will get you to Champaign in 0 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Champaign.
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 Normal to Champaign every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Champaign usually start from $16.
The bus takes an average of 56 minutes to cover the 48 miles from Normal to Champaign. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Normal to Champaign 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, 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 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Normal to Champaign, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Normal to Champaign. 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 Normal to Champaign; ticket prices start at $28.00.
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.
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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 has two bus stations with service to Champaign.
Burlington Trailways
Bloomington
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Link to image attributionThe 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.
Illinois Term - 45 E University Ave
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