Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | San Antonio Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to San Antonio
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5652 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $277
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to San Antonio, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Champaign to San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to San Antonio start from $277. The average price for this train route is around $715. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Champaign to San Antonio?
The average train ride duration from Champaign to San Antonio is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 937 miles (1511 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Champaign to San Antonio route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Champaign to San Antonio?
The earliest train departs from Champaign to San Antonio at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 6:30am.
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 San Antonio, US was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $207To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to San Antonio, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $207 to $884 for a train ticket from Champaign to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $207 which is on 2025-12-19.
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