The average train between Chicago and Champaign takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Chicago to Champaign. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Chicago and Champaign. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Champaign at 10:29 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago station and arriving at Champaign station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.
Chicago to Champaign train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Chicago to Champaign train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Champaign-Urbana station.
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The distance between Chicago and Champaign is 202.3 km. The road distance is 206 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Champaign-Urbana 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 24m.
