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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Sacramento Valley Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Cheapest | |||||
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| Sacramento Valley Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Champaign
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 2 days, 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $316, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $267
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Champaign by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Champaign?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Champaign start at $267. The average price for this train route is around $567. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Sacramento to Champaign?
The average train trip from Sacramento to Champaign takes 2d 10h and covers 2849 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Champaign route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Champaign?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Champaign departs at 10:13am. The latest train departs at 10:23am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Champaign was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $304To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sacramento, US to Champaign, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $304 to $2,377 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $308 which is on 2026-01-27.
