The cheapest and fastest buses from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN 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 Gary, IN will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 1 buses that leave Champaign, IL for Gary, IN on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m 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.
1:35 AM4h50Champaign, IL6:25 AMGary, IN$431One-way0 transfers
1:35 AM4h50Champaign, IL6:25 AMGary, IN$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Champaign, IL to Gary, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $43.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$64 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN:
A train is $31 (€25) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN costing on average $64 (€52).
Other travel options to Gary, IN take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 15m.
You'll arrive about -1h -13m sooner (2h 15m by bus vs 2h 2m by car) and save roughly $-35.69 (€-28.87) compared to fuel and tolls ($64 (€52) vs $28 (€23)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Champaign, IL to Gary, IN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Live departures
Champaign, IL to Gary, IN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Gary, IN buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:35 AM Champaign, IL | 4h50 | 6:25 AM Gary, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Champaign, IL to Gary, IN buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greyhound, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN
Buses from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 09:50, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 9:50 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Champaign, IL to Gary, INYou can travel by bus between Champaign, IL to Gary, IN with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $17 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Gary, IN 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 Gary, IN, 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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