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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Gateway Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Gateway Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Champaign
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 574, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Champaign?
Champaign
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Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
Train Companies
Based on 5637 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 755
Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Champaign?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Champaign start from R 863. The average price for this train route is around R 1 865. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Champaign?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Champaign is 14h 6m, covering a distance of 237 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Champaign route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Champaign?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Champaign departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 10:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Champaign was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 710To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to Champaign as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 710 to R 7 143 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 710, which is on 2025-12-16.
