The cheapest and fastest buses from Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 1 buses that leave Champaign, IL for Columbia, MO on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 374 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 8 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:20 PM Champaign, IL | 6h35 | 12:55 AM Columbia, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 9:05 AM Champaign, IL | 8h00 | 5:05 PM Columbia, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO
Buses from Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 22:34. The fastest bus covers the 232 miles (374 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 232 miles (374 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 22:34 |
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Cheapest day Sat |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Champaign, IL to Columbia, MOYou can travel by bus between Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $48 (€39). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Columbia, MO by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Columbia, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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