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Trip Overview

The average train between Champaign and Chicago takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Champaign to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 39m
Duration
128 mi
Distance
$85
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Champaign to Chicago train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Champaign and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Champaign is at 7:08 PM which arrives into Chicago at 9:45 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Champaign to Chicago? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Champaign to Chicago.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 128.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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