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Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA by bus

The journey from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA by bus is 2,704.12 km and takes 51 hrs 0 mins. There are 2 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:30 a.m. and the last at 3:45 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA by bus for as little as $296.67 or as much as $347.11. The best price for this journey is $296.67.

Lowest Price $296.67
Journey Duration 51 hrs 0 mins
Connection per Day 2
Lowest Price $296.67
Highest Price $347.11
First Departure 2:30 a.m.
Last Departure 3:45 p.m.
Distance 2,704.12 km
Departure Champaign, IL
Arrival San Diego, CA
Carriers Greyhound, Amtrak

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA

The cheapest Champaign, IL - San Diego, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $92.05 if you’re lucky, or $126.53 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $165.44.

Find the best day to travel to San Diego, CA by bus

When travelling to San Diego, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Greyhound and Amtrak from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA
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Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
189.29kg
Bus
202.81kg
Flight
540.82kg
Car
432.66kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA?
A bus ticket from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA is $311.25. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $296.67.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA is $296.67. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Champaign, IL and San Diego, CA by bus?
Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA is 2,704.12 km.
How long does the bus between Champaign, IL and San Diego, CA take?
Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA is on average 51 hrs 0 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 44 hrs 5 mins.
Which companies operate from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA?
The bus journey from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound and Amtrak.
How many bus connections per day go from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA?
Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA has 2 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA departs at 2:30 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA depart?
The latest bus from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA departs at 3:45 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $296.67 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from Champaign, IL to go to San Diego, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Champaign, IL and San Diego, CA is 44 hrs 5 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Champaign, IL and San Diego, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Champaign, IL to San Diego, CA creates 202.81kg of CO2 emissions.

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