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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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 | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Gateway Station | Cheapest | |||||
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| Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Gateway Station | No tags | |||||
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| Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Gateway Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Champaign to St. Louis: Trip Overview
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Based on 5563 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 US$52
Champaign to St. Louis Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Champaign - St. Louis
How much does a cheap train ticket from Champaign to St. Louis cost?
The average train ticket price from Champaign to St. Louis is US$94. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Champaign to St. Louis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Champaign to St. Louis?
A train trip between Champaign and St. Louis is around 12h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 59m. This is the time it takes to travel the 237 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Champaign and St. Louis?
The number of trains from Champaign to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Champaign to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Champaign to St. Louis?
When taking the train from Champaign to St. Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Champaign to St. Louis was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to St. Louis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$413 for a train ticket from Champaign to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$42, which is on 2025-11-05.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to St. Louis you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Champaign and St. Louis, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
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Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!
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