The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Urbana, IL
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Urbana, 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 Urbana, IL will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 3 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Urbana, IL on Fri, Nov 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 199 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Chicago, IL to Urbana, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Urbana, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€29 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Chicago, IL to Urbana, 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 Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:49AM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $134 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Urbana, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Urbana, IL buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 3h15 | 1:45 AM Champaign, I. T. at Market St. | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
![]() | 2:15 PM Chicago, IL | 6h15 | 8:30 PM Urbana, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Chicago, IL | 2h40 | 5:25 PM Urbana, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Urbana, IL
Buses from Chicago, IL to Urbana, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) 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 123 miles (199 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 19:35 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Peoria Charter Coach Company from Chicago, IL to Urbana, ILYou can travel by bus between Chicago, IL to Urbana, IL with Greyhound, Peoria Charter Coach Company for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Urbana, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Urbana, 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 Urbana, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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