The cheapest and fastest trains from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 4 trains that leave Champaign, IL for Chicago, IL on Wed, Jul 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
392 Illini7:08 PM2h37Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL9:45 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€251One-way0 transfers
390 Saluki10:24 AM2h36Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL1:00 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€311One-way0 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans6:30 AM2h45Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL9:15 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€371One-way0 transfers
8893 AMTRAK · 302 Lincoln Service7:50 AM3h50Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL11:40 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€641One-way1 transfer
390 Saluki10:24 AM2h36Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL1:00 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€311One-way0 transfers
392 Illini7:08 PM2h37Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL9:45 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€251One-way0 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans6:30 AM2h45Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL9:15 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€371One-way0 transfers
8893 AMTRAK · 302 Lincoln Service7:50 AM3h50Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL11:40 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€641One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 199 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
392 Illini | 7:08 PM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 2h37 | 9:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
58 City Of New Orleans | 6:30 AM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 2h45 | 9:15 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
8893 AMTRAK · 302 Lincoln Service | 7:50 AM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 3h50 | 11:40 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
390 Saluki | 10:24 AM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 2h36 | 1:00 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL
Trains from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Champaign, IL and Chicago, IL from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL
Most Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL trains use the Champaign-Urbana Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Champaign, IL and Chicago, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Champaign, IL station do trains to Chicago, IL leave from?
Getting to Champaign-Urbana Station from Champaign city centre
Champaign-Urbana Station train station facilities and services
Champaign-Urbana Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Big Grove Tavern, Ko Fusion
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Champaign-Urbana Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Champaign-Urbana Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Champaign-Urbana Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Champaign-Urbana Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Champaign-Urbana Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana, I Hotel and Conference Center, Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/ Urbana.
Which Chicago, IL station do trains from Champaign, IL arrive at?
Getting to Union Station from Chicago city centre
Union Station is 3 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, Lou Mitchell's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Kimpton Gray Hotel, JW Marriott Chicago, W Chicago - City Center.
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