Train from St. Louis to Champaign: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Champaign on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Gateway Station
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation CenterCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Gateway Station
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation CenterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:08 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Champaign

We recommend taking the bus

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 $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
237 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$47 - $146Average Duration3h 30m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$71 - $806Average Duration14h 6m
22kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Champaign?

    The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Champaign start at $71. The average price for this train route is around $153. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Champaign?

    The average train trip from St. Louis to Champaign takes 14h 6m and covers 237 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Champaign route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

  4. 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 4:30am. The latest train departs at 10:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12-09
$81
12-10
$64
Today
$111
12-12
$85
12-13
$85
12-14
$77
12-15
$70
12-16
$58
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Champaign was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $58

To 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 $58 to $584 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 $58 which is on 2025-12-16.

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