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About Amtrak Illini Service

Amtrak Illini Service is a popular train company offering very affordable ticket options to top travel destinations. You will always find the cheapest Amtrak Illini Service tickets by searching Wanderu.com. Overall, Amtrak Illini Service serves 68 routes, connecting 11 cities in one country. To cover all these routes Amtrak Illini Service runs an average of 22 trips per day and 313 trips per month. These train trips range in price from £2.31 to £68.49 based on a variety of factors.

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Amtrak Illini Service train Coverage

Daily Trips22
stations11
cities11
countries1

Amtrak Illini Service train amenities

Air conditioningAir conditioning
ToiletToilet
Extra legroomExtra legroom
Loyalty rewardsLoyalty rewards
Power pointPower point
SnacksSnacks
WiFiWiFi

Reviews from Wanderu Customers traveling with Amtrak Illini Service

Overall review score for Amtrak Illini Service
4.4
Based on 26 reviews

Based on 7 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Chicago to Champaign with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 57 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
4.3
Staff
4.3
Value
4.0
Condition
4.6
Janel
5.0
29 November 2019Vacation
Pros
The train was clean and free of liter. The staff were helpful and nice.
Cons
Help with lifting luggage on and off train
Tips
It was a great way to de- stress before starting vacation
Yi
4.0
28 November 2019Visiting friends
Pros
The train has a clean environment and the staff is friendly and helpful. Moreover, there is enough space for luggage/bags etc.
Cons
First of all, the train ran late for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Moreover, after the train entered Chicago downtown the speed significantly decreased.
Tips
Please be prepared for a delay. I heard from a friend that the train was delayed for more than 10 hours one time.
Janelle
3.0
12 November 2019Vacation
Pros
Comfy seats, electrical plug.
Cons
Needed to be warmer. WiFi was not working and I needed to get a lot of work done on that train.
Michael
4.0
10 November 2019Business
Pros
Smooth quite quick
Cons
Some easy listening cabin music
Rebecca
5.0
18 September 2019Visiting family
Pros
Nice ride. Caught a nap. Very nice
Cons
Stay on schedule schedule more iften

Based on 4 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Mattoon to Chicago with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
4.0
Staff
5.0
Value
5.0
Condition
5.0
Diana
5.0
28 November 2019Visiting family
Pros
Totally enjoyed the whole experience.
Cons
Trains running on time
Tips
Bring snacks

Based on 3 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Carbondale to Chicago with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
5.0
Staff
4.3
Value
3.7
Condition
4.3
Garry
5.0
4 November 2019Solo travel
Pros
The driver was very friendly and sociable.
Susan
4.0
20 September 2019Visiting friends
Pros
Scenery
Cons
Bathroom smelled very bad!
Hayley
5.0
18 August 2019Visiting family
Pros
I liked how easy it was to book a ticket and how spacious the train was. I also appreciated the different time frames I could book back to my destination.
Cons
Not sure. Seemed very easy and convenient to book a ticket. Prices seem the same as booking directly through Amtrak, though.

Based on 2 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Chicago to Effingham with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)

Based on 2 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Chicago to Carbondale with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
5.0
Staff
5.0
Value
4.5
Condition
4.5
Brian
4.0
28 June 2019Visiting family
Pros
Comfortable
Pat
4.0
9 June 2019Vacation
Pros
Train ride very pleasant.. I ended up with 2 parking tickets for Carbondale Amtrak station;; when I took the train before there were no fees for parking in the lot. Staff on the trains were helpful and pleasant.
Cons
Make sure patrons know there is a fee for parking in the lot at Carbondale Amtrak station. Also, on the way back from Chicago there was no water in the restrooms to wash our hands; train staff stated "someone didn't fill the tanks" so we couldn't use the sinks on our re...More
Tips
A man behind us was very upset that he couldn't "save" the seat he said was for his wife, who DIDN'T end up going on the trip. The train was full both to Chicago and back to Carbondale. I verified with train personell that he and his male friend (who said the same thing...More

Based on 2 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Kankakee to Effingham with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
5.0
Staff
5.0
Value
4.0
Condition
4.5
Adam
5.0
17 August 2019Solo travel
Pros
It was relaxing
Cons
Nothing everything was fine

Based on 2 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Carbondale to Homewood with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
4.0
Staff
3.0
Value
3.0
Condition
4.0
Cynthia
3.0
16 July 2019Visiting friends
Pros
It was all right
Cons
Food prices and ticket prices

Based on 1 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Champaign to Homewood with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
5.0
Staff
4.0
Value
2.0
Condition
5.0
Celestine
3.0
25 January 2020Solo travel
Pros
Comfortable seating
Cons
Did not know I couldn't check big luggage in from Champaign to Homewood because it does not state that on the ticket. Also, trying to fit a larger luggage in the crammed space when first getting on and off the train is a small congested area and not convenient. Also,...More
Tips
Advise other travelers to keep their cell phone conversation to themselves. There was a passenger who was talking loud and crazy to his girlfriend for over 45 minutes and it was very annoying.

Based on 1 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Kankakee to Mattoon with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
4.0
Staff
5.0
Value
4.0
Condition
4.0
Christopher
3.0
22 July 2019Visiting friends
Cons
Avoid delays.

Based on 1 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled from Champaign to Chicago with Amtrak Illini Service report that they were happy with the WiFi on board percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
4.0
Staff
5.0
Value
4.0
Condition
4.0
Gilbert
5.0
31 December 2019Visiting family
Pros
I didn't have to drive
Cons
More departure times
Tips
Respect the rules

Is there WiFi on a Amtrak Illini Service train?

Yes Amtrak Illini Service offers WiFi connection onboard their train trips. Though most trips with Amtrak Illini Service will have WiFi as advertised, some trips might not come equipped with WiFi, and onboard WiFi can lose its connection in rural areas. We recommend you bring a book or download a film just to play it safe. Amtrak Illini Service WiFi is generally best used for surfing the web, checking emails and chatting with friends; you shouldn’t count on the WiFi to binge watch your favourite show.

Are there power points on a Amtrak Illini Service train? Are there USB points?

Yes, there are power points onboard Amtrak Illini Service train trips. You can generally find one or two sockets per row of seats, so be a good traveller and check if your seat neighbour might want to charge up their devices as well. With the onboard power points, you can charge both a computer and USB devices with a power point USB converter that typically comes with most phones and tablets. Since Amtrak Illini Service might sometimes use replacement train vehicles, not all trips are guaranteed to have power points. We recommend to bring a power bank to charge your phone for all trips over 2 hours, just in case.

Does Amtrak Illini Service offer will call tickets, that you pick up at the station?

No, currently Amtrak Illini Service does not offer will call tickets. You should purchase your tickets online and make sure you have everything you need to board before you arrive at the station or stop.

Do you need an ID to get on a Amtrak Illini Service train?

Yes, Amtrak Illini Service requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the train. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, like a university ID, won’t work.

Can you use your phone to board Amtrak Illini Service?

Yes, you can board Amtrak Illini Service by showing your E Ticket on your phone. The E Ticket is emailed to when you make your reservation. To save yourself the trouble of digging through your inbox to find your ticket, get the Wanderu app and pull up your ticket with one click.

Are there toilets on Amtrak Illini Service trains?

Yes, there are toilets on Amtrak Illini Service train trips. The cubicles are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most cubicles don’t have running water. As you will be using a toilet on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.

Are meals or drinks offered onboard Amtrak Illini Service trips?

Amtrak Illini Service provides snacks to satisfy your hunger during your travels. Check with the carrier if snacks are for sale, and pack a credit card and some cash in case you get hungry.

Do you have to print your Amtrak Illini Service ticket?

Amtrak Illini Service does not require a printed ticket to board the train. An E Ticket is sent to you by email that you can load on most electronic devices. You will want to have your ticket ready to be displayed as you board for the agent to scan. We recommend you download the Wanderu app, as it gives you super easy access to E Tickets for your upcoming trips for most carriers. As back up, road warriors recommend taking a screenshot of your E Ticket. That way, you won’t be fumbling around in case your internet connection cuts out.

Does Amtrak Illini Service offer any premium features like extra legroom, films, or TV?

Amtrak Illini Service goes the extra distance to deliver up-class offerings to its customers. Do you find yourself squished in a regular seat or just love having extra room to sprawl out? Well you’re in luck as Amtrak Illini Service advertises that they offer extra legroom seating. Since there is no standard of what extra legroom is, the extra space you might get varies from carrier to carrier, but getting extra is always good.

Amtrak Illini Service serves travellers in United States of America with train service to 11 destinations. These are the most popular Amtrak Illini Service schedules and routes.

Chicago to Champaign
Daily Trips1
Price£10.77
Chicago to Carbondale
Daily Trips1
Price£23.85
Chicago to Mattoon
Daily Trips1
Price£13.85
Chicago to Effingham
Daily Trips1
Price£16.93
Champaign to Homewood
Daily Trips1
Price£10.77

Cheap Amtrak Illini Service ticket deals users recently found on Wanderu.

With 22 Amtrak Illini Service trips per day, there are a lot of great deals to uncover for the bargain hunter and Amtrak Illini Service tickets start at just £2.31. Check out some of the latest and greatest deals snatched up by Wanderu users. As these bargains are in really high demand, they’re poised to sell out fast and may no longer be available. Chill. As Mum used to say, there’s plenty of fish in the sea. We can help you catch them all!

Carbondale to Homewood
Travel DateSun 1 Mar
Price£23.85
Du Quoin to Carbondale
Travel DateFri 21 Feb
Price£2.31
Chicago to Du Quoin
Travel DateSat 22 Feb
Price£27.70
Chicago to Centralia
Travel DateWed 19 Feb
Price£22.32
Effingham to Mattoon
Travel DateWed 26 Feb
Price£3.08