Service to remain available for key Illinois cities and surrounding areas.

CHICAGO, IL — Effective September 28, 2025, Jefferson Lines will launch intercity bus service to key communities in Illinois as the company assumes service previously operated by Burlington Trailways. This transition underscores Jefferson Lines’ long-standing commitment to connecting communities in Illinois and across the Midwest.

The service provides essential connections to cities such as Bloomington, Champaign, Danville, Galesburg, Moline, Normal, Peoria, and Quincy. Jefferson Lines will maintain many existing schedules and stop locations, offering a seamless travel experience backed by over 100 years of experience in delivering comfortable and on-time travel to the Midwest. In addition, some locations provide direct connections to Amtrak service, enhancing passenger access to their national network. View all Illinois Bus Stops.

Passengers will enjoy a range of modern travel conveniences with Jefferson Lines, including complimentary Wi-Fi, a real-time Bus Tracker, and easy booking and rebooking through Jefferson Lines Customer Accounts. Travelers can also access services on the go with a dedicated mobile app for both iOS and Android devices. In addition, a responsive Customer Care team is available to provide support at every stage of the journey.

Tickets are available for purchase now at www.jeffersonlines.com.

For more information and future updates, please visit our travel alerts page here.