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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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 | Train | Amtrak Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Champaign
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 812, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5677 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 6 720
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Champaign 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 Charlotte to Champaign?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Champaign start from R 6 720. The average price for this train route is around R 9 000. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Champaign?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Champaign is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 848 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Champaign route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Champaign?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Champaign departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 05:31.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Champaign was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 8 436To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Champaign as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 8 436 to R 28 501 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 8 436, which is on 2025-12-29.
