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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Champaign, IL to Kansas City
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
558 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Champaign, IL to Kansas City 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 Kansas City will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Champaign, IL to Kansas City without transferring at least once.
3:05 AM10h30Champaign, IL1:35 PMKansas City$1051One-way1 transfer- 12:20 PM8h40Champaign, IL9:00 PMKansas City$1051One-way1 transfer
- 7:50 PM10h10Champaign, IL6:00 AMKansas City$1051One-way1 transfer
- 12:20 PM8h40Champaign, IL9:00 PMKansas City$1051One-way1 transfer
- 7:50 PM10h10Champaign, IL6:00 AMKansas City$1051One-way1 transfer
- 3:05 AM10h30Champaign, IL1:35 PMKansas City$1051One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Champaign, IL to Kansas City
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Kansas City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $139.
Distance: 346 miles (558 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price Cheapest | $148 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 35m Average total duration Fastest 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 25m Average total duration 14h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Champaign, IL to Kansas City:
A bus is $67 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Champaign, IL to Kansas City costing on average $148 (€120).
Other travel options to Kansas City take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 55m.
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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 Kansas City Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Live departures
Champaign, IL to Kansas City bus times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Kansas City buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:50 PM Champaign, IL | 10h10 | 6:00 AM Kansas City | 1 transfer | |
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| 3:05 AM Champaign, IL | 10h30 | 1:35 PM Kansas City | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Champaign, IL to Kansas City
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Buses from Champaign, IL to Kansas City run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€46) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:01, the last at 18:50. The fastest bus covers the 346 miles (558 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 346 miles (558 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€46) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 7:01 AM |
Last bus 6:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Champaign, IL to Kansas CityYou can travel by bus between Champaign, IL to Kansas City with FlixBus for as low as $58 (€46). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Champaign, IL to Kansas City
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Kansas City 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 Kansas City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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