The cheapest and fastest buses from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL 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 Naperville, IL will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
It's difficult to get from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL without transferring at least once.
FlixBus+
3:00 AM3h55Champaign, I. T. at Market St.6:55 AMNaperville, Route 59 Metra Station$641One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
3:00 AM3h55Champaign, I. T. at Market St.6:55 AMNaperville, Route 59 Metra Station$641One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, and a bus costs an average of $41.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL:
A train is $22 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL costing on average $67 (€55).
Other travel options to Naperville, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 1m.
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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 Naperville, IL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Live departures
Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+![]() | 3:00 AM Champaign, I. T. at Market St. | 3h55 | 6:55 AM Naperville, Route 59 Metra Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL
Buses from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 12:50. The fastest bus covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 12:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 4 days |
FAQs: Bus from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL 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 Naperville, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL
Most Champaign, IL to Naperville, IL buses use the Champaign, I. T. at Market St. to Naperville, Route 59 Metra Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Champaign, IL and Naperville, IL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Champaign, I. T. at Market St. from Champaign city centre
Getting to Naperville, Route 59 Metra Station from Naperville city centre
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