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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 | Grand Rapids Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Grand Rapids Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Grand Rapids Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Grand Rapids Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Grand Rapids Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags |
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Get from Grand Rapids to Champaign
The journey takes about 17 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5641 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 $78
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Champaign 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 Grand Rapids to Champaign?
The cheapest train tickets from Grand Rapids to Champaign start from $78. The average price for this train route is around $127. 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 Grand Rapids to Champaign?
The average train ride duration from Grand Rapids to Champaign is 17h 29m, covering a distance of 237 miles (382 km). The quickest train can get you there in 13h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Grand Rapids to Champaign 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 Grand Rapids to Champaign?
The earliest train departs from Grand Rapids to Champaign at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 6:00am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Champaign was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $114To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Champaign, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $114 to $276 for a train ticket from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $114 which is on 2025-12-18.
