Compare train tickets from Chicago to Champaign
Trip Summary
How much are train tickets from Chicago to Champaign?
Lowest Price | £10.99 |
Fastest Train | 2h 10m |
Trains Per Day | 2 |
Train Lines | 3 |
Train service from Chicago to Champaign
Chicago to Champaign Route Map

Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel by train from Chicago to Champaign right now?
We stand behind CDC guidelines that caution passengers against non-essential travel during the coronavirus outbreak. That said, we recognize not everyone is in a position to completely abstain. Whether it’s for work, to take care of family or to get back home, some circumstances inevitably require travel. If you’re one of those individuals who still needs to book a trip, you can continue to do so on Wanderu.
Know that most train companies are still running at this time, though some have limited service. Visit our COVID-19 travel guide for resources and daily updates on the coronavirus and COVID travel restrictions.
In order to keep vehicles as clean and sanitized as possible, train companies are taking extra precautions for coronavirus. For details on what various companies are doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
Can you take a train all the way from Chicago to Champaign?
What is the price of a train ticket from Chicago to Champaign?
In the last month, £13.53 was the average price of a train ticket from Chicago, IL to Champaign, IL. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 9 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around £6.75 more than that for a same-day booking.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Champaign?
When are trains the most crowded?
Trains from Chicago to Champaign are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
When are the first and last trains of the day?
The earliest train departs Chicago at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Is there a direct train from Chicago to Champaign?
Trains leave the station in Chicago twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Champaign faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Champaign to Chicago. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Chicago to Champaign for £13.34.
Which train should you take from Chicago to Champaign?
There are 3 train lines with service from Chicago, Illinois to Champaign, Illinois. There is only one daily train on each service.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 6h 36m | £23.18 |
Amtrak City of New Orleans | 1 | 2h 25m | £12.76 |
Amtrak Illini Service | 1 | 2h 11m | £12.43 |
Where is the train station in Chicago?
There is one train station in Chicago:
- Union Station - 225 S Canal St
Where is the train station in Champaign?
Champaign has one train station:
- Illinois Term - 45 E University Ave
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