How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to Austin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Austin start from $143. The average price for this route is around $279. 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 Champaign to Austin?

The average bus trip duration from Champaign to Austin is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 867 miles (1398 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Champaign to Austin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Champaign to Austin?

The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Austin at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Austin?

A bus trip from Champaign to Austin generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Champaign to Austin?

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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Austin?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Champaign to Austin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Champaign to Austin?

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.

Bus Champaign to Austin from $142 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 8h	8:55pm	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 8h	9:15pm	Austin South Congress	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	7:35pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 8h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:35pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	No tags
	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	19h	11:15am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 9h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 20h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	No tags
	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	19h	11:15am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 20h	8:30am	Austin South Congress	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	19h	11:15am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 18h	9:50pm	Austin South Congress	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	18h 38m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 8h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	4:15pm	Champaign Bus Stop	19h	11:15am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Austin on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 4h	5:15pm	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	3:40pm	Champaign Bus Stop	19h 13m	10:53am	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h 40m	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	7:50pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	12:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 5h	5:35pm	Austin South Congress	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:39 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 22 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

22h 30mAverage Duration

867 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$143 - $433	Average Duration22h 30m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$216 - $1,748	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 127kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Austin?

Stops in Champaign

A
Champaign Bus Stop
4910 N Market St, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
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B
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
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Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5158 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,6 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $279 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

FlixBus

3.5/511,549 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,629 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,419 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to Austin, TX, US 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 Champaign to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Austin start from $143. The average price for this route is around $279. 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 Champaign to Austin?
The average bus trip duration from Champaign to Austin is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 867 miles (1398 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Champaign to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Champaign to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Austin at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Austin?
A bus trip from Champaign to Austin generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Champaign to Austin?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Austin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Champaign to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Champaign to Austin?
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.

Best price found

12/05

$160

12/06

$210

Today

$185

12/08

$182

12/09

$295

12/10

$295

12/11

$295

12/12

$295

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $160

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Champaign to Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $160 to $295 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $182 which is on 2025-12-08.