What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Indianapolis is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Indianapolis station. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Champaign to Indianapolis?

The distance between Champaign and Indianapolis is 299 miles. The road distance is 119.8 miles.

How do I travel from Champaign to Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Champaign to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Champaign to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Indianapolis bus from?

Champaign to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Indianapolis train from?

Champaign to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.

Train or bus from Champaign to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Champaign to Indianapolis is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Champaign to Indianapolis bus arrive?

Champaign to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Champaign and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Champaign. It is currently 12:04 PM in Champaign and 1:04 PM in Indianapolis.

Where does the Champaign to Indianapolis train arrive?

Champaign to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Champaign to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Indianapolis is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Champaign to Indianapolis.

How do I get a train ticket from Champaign to Indianapolis?

Book your Champaign to Indianapolis train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Champaign to Indianapolis?

Book your Champaign to Indianapolis bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 754+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

Champaign to Indianapolis - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Champaign to Indianapolis by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100
6h 45m
$56–108
Drive 119.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Champaign to Indianapoliscar 119.1 mi
2h 6m
$22–32
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
8h 30m
$46–102
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Champaign Armory to Downtown Chicagobus Champaign to Chicago Area NORTH
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
7h 50m
$80–125

Champaign to Indianapolis by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 45mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Champaign to Indianapolis.

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Distance: 297.2 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Station via Chicago in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station in around 8h 30m.

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