Train from Champaign to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Champaign to Boston on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
South Station (Train Terminal)Cheapest
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
Back Bay StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 15hAverage duration
1450 kmDistance
36kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 229 - R 6 387Average duration1d 15h
36kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 636 - R 23 933Average duration1d 12h
132kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Boston, MA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Champaign to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Boston start from R 1 636. The average price for this train route is around R 5 684. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Champaign to Boston?

    The average train journey time from Champaign to Boston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1456 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Champaign to Boston route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Boston?

    The earliest train from Champaign to Boston departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 11:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
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25/01
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Today
R 32 881
27/01
R 3 040
28/01
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29/01
R 3 106
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R 2 975
31/01
R 2 761
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Champaign to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 761

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 761 to R 35 100 for a train ticket from Champaign to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 761, which is on 2026-01-31.

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