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Get from Joliet to Champaign
The journey takes about 10 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5641 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £26
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Joliet to Champaign by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Joliet to Champaign?
The cheapest train tickets from Joliet to Champaign start from £26. The average price for this train route is around £46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Joliet to Champaign?
The average train journey time from Joliet to Champaign is 10h 12m, covering a distance of 98 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Joliet to Champaign route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Joliet to Champaign?
The earliest train from Joliet to Champaign departs at 08:24. And the latest train departs at 10:39.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Joliet to Champaign was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Joliet to Champaign as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £46 to £125 for a train ticket from Joliet to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £51, which is on 2025-12-14.
