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Today3 May
from US$69
Tomorrow4 May
Mon5 May
Tue6 May
Wed7 May
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Sat10 May

Next departures to St Louis

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Champaign
    Departure location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Arrival time: 4 May at
    Destination city: St Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Champaign
    Departure location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Arrival time: 4 May at
    Destination city: St Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to St Louis

Average priceUS$36 - US$163Average duration6h 31m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$68 - US$353Average duration12h 57m
22kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Champaign to St Louis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St Louis. The journey takes about 6 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
6h 31mAverage duration
US$36Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Champaign to St Louis: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$100
Average train trip duration12h 57m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure06:10
Distance147 miles
Latest train departure22:34

Champaign to St Louis Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Champaign - St Louis

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Champaign to St Louis cost?

    The average train ticket price from Champaign to St Louis is US$100. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Champaign to St Louis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

    A train trip between Champaign and St Louis is around 12h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 147 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Champaign and St Louis?

    The number of trains from Champaign to St Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Champaign to St Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Champaign to St Louis was searched and found on 3 May 2025 with a price of US$69

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

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to St Louis you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Champaign and St Louis, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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