The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
It's difficult to get from Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL without transferring at least 2 times.
12:04 PM2h51Chicago, IL2:55 PMRantoul, IL$1561One-way2 transfers
12:04 PM2h51Chicago, IL2:55 PMRantoul, IL$1561One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 109 miles (177 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, April 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:04 PM Chicago, IL | 2h51 | 2:55 PM Rantoul, IL | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL
Buses from Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 19:35. The fastest bus covers the 109 miles (177 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 109 miles (177 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 7:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Rantoul, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Rantoul, 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 Rantoul, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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