How much is the train ticket from Champaign to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Boston start at $140. The average price for this train route is around $486. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Champaign to Boston?

The average train trip from Champaign to Boston takes 1d 12h and covers 1456 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Champaign to Boston route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Boston?

The earliest train from Champaign to Boston departs at 6:30am. The latest train departs at 11:24am.

Train Champaign to Boston from $236 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Champaign to Boston on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Boston on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 13h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 13h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Boston on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 13h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 13h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Boston on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 13h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 13h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Boston on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 13h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 13h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 9h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

1450 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$191 - $546	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$140 - $2,044	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 132kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Champaign and Boston, MA, US?

Champaign

A
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
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Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $140

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Boston, MA, 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 Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Boston start at $140. The average price for this train route is around $486. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Champaign to Boston?
The average train trip from Champaign to Boston takes 1d 12h and covers 1456 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Champaign to Boston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Boston?
The earliest train from Champaign to Boston departs at 6:30am. The latest train departs at 11:24am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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$2,808

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$260

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$266

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$254

01-31

$236

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $236

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $236 to $2,997 for a train ticket from Champaign to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $236 which is on 2026-01-31.