How to travel from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL

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Compare bus and train for St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł161 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł161, while a train costs an average of zł729.

Distance: 146 miles (236 km)

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from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL

How to get from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 PM3h30
    St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)
    6:00 PMChampaign, I. T. at Market St.
    1191One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 PM3h30
    St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)
    6:00 PMChampaign, I. T. at Market St.
    1191One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:30 PM3h15
    St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)
    2:45 AMChampaign, I. T. at Market St.
    1291One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL

Travel to Champaign, IL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL.

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There are 2 options to travel between St. Louis, MO and Champaign, IL including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL is a bus with an average price of zł148.

This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL:

A bus is zł100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL costing on average zł248.

The fastest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 0m.

Other travel options to Champaign, IL take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 14m.

The distance from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL is approximately 146 miles (236 km).
The average frequency per day from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between St. Louis, MO and Champaign, IL as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL:
  • Trains mostly depart from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO and arrive in Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL.
  • Buses mostly depart from St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) and arrive in Champaign, I. T. at Market St..
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Champaign, IL by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Champaign, IL by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.
Omio customers who travel from St. Louis, MO to Champaign, IL often also extend their vacation to go to Chicago, IL, West Lafayette, IN, Stickney, IL, Glenview, IL, Indianapolis, IN. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Champaign, IL and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Champaign, IL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Champaign, IL, visitors can explore the Orpheum Children's Science Museum for interactive educational exhibits or enjoy local produce and crafts at Market at the Square. The Virginia Theatre hosts films, live performances, and community events, while Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch offers apple picking and a petting zoo. Wine enthusiasts can visit Alto Vineyards for tastings. Art and history lovers can visit the Krannert Art Museum, University of Illinois Arboretum, Spurlock Museum, and Champaign County Historical Museum. Hessel Park provides a great spot for walking, playing, and picnicking.
A 2 to 3-day visit to Champaign, IL is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy the local dining scene, and experience the vibrant cultural atmosphere.
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