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Trip to Indianapolis

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Avg. duration2h
Distance192
Avg. price$ 35
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Buses from Champaign to Indianapolis

🚌 Traveling from Champaign to Indianapolis by bus is a convenient option. The direct bus service operated by Amtrak runs three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, with the journey taking approximately 2 hours. 🛣️ Route 1 offers a quicker option, taking 8 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 229-mile distance with one transfer. You'll board a FlixBus from Champaign to Effingham, followed by a Greyhound bus from Saint Louis, MO to New York, NY, arriving in Indianapolis. 🛤️ Route 2 is a longer journey lasting 11 hours and 15 minutes with a transfer. You'll first take a Greyhound bus from Champaign to Chicago, then transfer to an Atlanta-bound bus before reaching Indianapolis.

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  • Yes, there is a direct bus that operates between Champaign and Indianapolis. The bus service runs three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The journey duration between the two cities is approximately 2 hours. Travelers can enjoy a convenient and direct route via bus for their trip from Champaign to Indianapolis.
  • You can catch the bus from Champaign to Indianapolis at the Champaign station. The bus services on this route are operated by Amtrak. Make sure to arrive at the Champaign station ahead of your scheduled departure time to board the bus to Indianapolis comfortably. The Champaign station serves as the starting point for the convenient bus journey to Indianapolis.
  • The bus traveling from Champaign to Indianapolis arrives at the Indianapolis station. This station serves as the final destination for the bus operated by Amtrak on this route. Upon arrival at the Indianapolis station, passengers can disembark and begin their exploration of the city or make further travel arrangements from the station as needed. The Indianapolis station is the designated arrival point for travelers on the Champaign to Indianapolis bus service.
  • There are two bus routes available between Champaign and Indianapolis. The first route is a direct bus service operated by Amtrak, departing from Champaign and arriving at Indianapolis three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, with a travel time of approximately 2 hours. The second route involves a longer journey with transfers, taking either 8 hours 50 minutes or 11 hours 15 minutes, depending on the specific itinerary chosen, with different transfer points and bus operators along the way. Travelers have the option to choose between the direct Amtrak service or the multi-step journey with transfers for their trip from Champaign to Indianapolis.
  • The direct bus service from Champaign to Indianapolis operated by Amtrak, is likely to be the most crowded on Saturdays due to the convenience of weekend travel. Tuesdays and Thursdays may see fewer passengers, resulting in potentially less crowded buses. In contrast, the longer multi-step bus routes with transfers, such as those involving Chicago, Memphis, or Atlanta, may have varying levels of crowding depending on the time and day of travel, so it's advisable to check with the respective bus operators for specific information on peak and off-peak travel times to make an informed decision.
  • The first bus of the day from Champaign to Indianapolis is scheduled to depart on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The exact departure times may vary, so it is recommended to check the specific schedule with the bus operator, Amtrak. As for the last bus of the day, it typically leaves in the late afternoon or early evening, providing travelers with the option to reach Indianapolis within a reasonable timeframe. For precise departure times, passengers should refer to the current schedule provided by Amtrak for the most up-to-date information.

Will you be returning to Champaign by bus?

If you are looking for a return bus trip, check out the buses from Indianapolis to Champaign.

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