The cheapest and fastest trains from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€43
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€43
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 05
2
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 €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 2 trains from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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€431One-way0 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans4:30 AM2h45Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL7:15 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€431One-way0 transfers
392 Illini7:08 PM2h37Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL9:45 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€431One-way0 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans4:30 AM2h45Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL7:15 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL€431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight 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 an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €22, while a flight costs an average of €380.
Distance: 199 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price | €380 Average price | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL costing on average €27.
A train is €359 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL costing on average €380.
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 39m.
Bus takes on average 2h 55m.
Live departures
Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
58 City Of New Orleans | 4:30 AM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 2h45 | 7:15 AM 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 39m. 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 36m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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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