How much is the train ticket from Champaign to Sacramento?

The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Sacramento start from R 4 018. The average price for this train route is around R 10 014. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Champaign to Sacramento?

The average train journey time from Champaign to Sacramento is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 2849 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Champaign to Sacramento route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Sacramento?

The earliest train from Champaign to Sacramento departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 10:14.

Train Champaign to Sacramento from R 3 863 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Champaign to Sacramento on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	10:14	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 15h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Sacramento on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	10:14	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 15h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Sacramento on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	10:14	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 15h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Sacramento on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	10:14	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 15h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Sacramento on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 10h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:10	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 19h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	10:14	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	2d 15h	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:38 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 814, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2d 8hAverage duration

2848 kmDistance

71kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 814 - R 9 759	Average duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 018 - R 44 096	Average duration2d 15h	CO₂ emissions 259kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 716 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5716 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 018

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Champaign to Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Sacramento start from R 4 018. The average price for this train route is around R 10 014. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Champaign to Sacramento?
The average train journey time from Champaign to Sacramento is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 2849 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Champaign to Sacramento route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Sacramento?
The earliest train from Champaign to Sacramento departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 10:14.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/01

R 7 250

08/01

R 8 623

Today

R 39 333

10/01

R 4 794

11/01

R 4 574

12/01

R 3 863

13/01

R 3 863

14/01

R 4 574

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 863

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 863 to R 46 431 for a train ticket from Champaign to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 863, which is on 2026-01-12.