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What train companies travel to Rantoul, Illinois?

Located in Illinois, Rantoul is accessible by train from 4 other cities. You can choose from 7 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Rantoul on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Rantoul are also available..

Train companies serving Rantoul

TrainRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak4614h 49m€93.11
Amtrak Illini Service91h 40m€22.05
Amtrak Saluki91h 43m€20.25
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.

  • Since 1973, Amtrak's Illini Service has provided reliable train transportation to 11 Illinois cities. The Illini operates as an evening commuter train from Chicago to Carbondale, while its sister train, the Amtrak Saluki, runs the morning route. Commuters rely on this service as a safe and convenient transportation option every day. Each train offers WiFi and power outlets, plus a cafe car and business class seating. Illini trains meet the highest federal standard for reducing emissions, with up to 90% less greenhouse gas emissions.

  • Since its inception in 2006, the Amtrak Saluki line has offered daily train trips between Chicago and Carbondale. The Amtrak Saluki operates along 500 kilometers of railroad, stopping at numerous midwestern towns like Kankakee, Rantoul, and Effingham. The trains on this line are equipped with onboard WiFi, power outlets, air conditioning, and a cafe car, with the option to upgrade to business class seating. This line is known for using trains that produce 90% fewer carbon emissions than other trains, meaning that your trip is green as well as convenient.

Which train carrier has the best service to Rantoul?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Rantoul by train with Amtrak Illini Service giving them a 4.5 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Illini Service had the most comfortable train service to Rantoul taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Illini Service offers. They rate Amtrak Illini Service a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Rantoul punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Illini Service has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Rantoul, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

€3.70 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Rantoul, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Rantoul. In the last month, trains from Champaign to Rantoul had the lowest average price at €3.70.

The main train station in Rantoul is W Sangamon and N Kentucky Aves. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Rantoul.

The closest airport to Rantoul is University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI), it is located 19.8 miles from the city center of Rantoul.
Rantoul ranks number 24 among most popular train destinations in the region. It also ranks number 436 in United States. Rantoul ranks number 24 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Rantoul via train service. On average 6 direct daily train trips serve Rantoul.
The population of Rantoul is 13008. Rantoul ranks number 21 in terms of population in Illinois and number 490 in all of United States.
Train tickets to Rantoul range from €4 for a short trip to Rantoul, while a 60 to 200 mile train trip to Rantoul starts at , and a longer trip by train to Rantoul can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as .
People who take the train to Rantoul are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Rantoul easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Rantoul is W Sangamon and N Kentucky Aves, located just 0.2 miles away. Select W Sangamon and N Kentucky Aves as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Rantoul. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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