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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | North Lake St | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | North Lake St | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | North Lake St | Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 9:56 AM CST.
Get from Madison to Champaign
The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and Champaign?
Stops in Madison
- A
UW Memorial Union
800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA - B
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
4 Collins Ct, Madison, WI 53716, USA
Stops in Champaign
- A
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820 - B4910 N Market St, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Champaign by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Champaign?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Champaign start from $49. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Madison to Champaign?
The average bus travel time from Madison to Champaign is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 343 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Champaign route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madison to Champaign?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Champaign at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Champaign?
A bus trip from Madison to Champaign generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Madison to Champaign?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Champaign?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Madison to Champaign?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Champaign?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Champaign was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $55To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Champaign, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $55 to $368 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-04.
