Train from Champaign to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Champaign to Philadelphia on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
30th Street StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
30th Street StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
1d 6hAverage duration
671 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£117 - £340Average duration1d 6h
27kg CO₂e
Average price£164 - £874Average duration1d 7h
101kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Champaign to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Philadelphia start from £164. The average price for this train route is around £280. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Champaign to Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from Champaign to Philadelphia is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 689 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Champaign to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train from Champaign to Philadelphia departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 10:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£209
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£285
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£199
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£206
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£605
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Champaign to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £199

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

You can expect to pay from £199 to £730 for a train ticket from Champaign to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £199, which is on 2025-12-15.

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