What is the distance between Champaign and Washington?

Champaign and Washington are 603 miles (972 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Champaign to Washington?

If you're headed to Washington from Champaign, chances are that your bus will depart from Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center and arrive at Union Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are National Air and Space Museum, Supreme Court, United States Capitol, Georgetown and Washington National Cathedral.

Bus Champaign to Washington from $157 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Champaign to Washington on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:25am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 9h	7:05pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	8:25am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 3h	12:35pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:25am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	11:20pm	Dupont Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	3:40pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 19h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	3:40pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 13h	6:15am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

598 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$111 - $322	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$98 - $911	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Washington?

Stops in Champaign

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

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

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FlixBus

3.5/511,451 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,397 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.

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to Washington, DC, US by bus

What is the distance between Champaign and Washington?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Champaign to Washington?
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?