Trains tickets from Raleigh to Champaign

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Today15 Jul
Tomorrow16 Jul
from US$403
Thu17 Jul
from US$408
Fri18 Jul
from US$320
Sat19 Jul
Sun20 Jul
Mon21 Jul
Tue22 Jul
from US$311

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Champaign
    Destination location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Champaign
    Destination location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Champaign
    Destination location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Champaign
    Destination location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Champaign
    Destination location: Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh to Champaign

Bus
Average priceUS$162 - US$244Average duration1d 5h
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$320 - US$499Average duration1d 14h
88kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Raleigh to Champaign

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 5hAverage duration
US$162Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Train Raleigh to Champaign: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$414
Average train trip duration1d 14h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure09:08
Distance601 miles
Latest train departure18:15

Raleigh to Champaign Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Champaign from Raleigh, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Raleigh - Champaign

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

    The average train ticket price from Raleigh to Champaign is US$414. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Raleigh to Champaign 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 Raleigh to Champaign?

    A train trip between Raleigh and Champaign is around 1d 14h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 603 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Raleigh to Champaign can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Raleigh to Champaign by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Raleigh to Champaign?

    When taking the train from Raleigh to Champaign, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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16/07
US$388
17/07
US$393
18/07
US$308
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to Champaign was searched and found on 18 Jul 2025 with a price of US$308

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

You can expect to pay from US$308 to US$1,542 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$308, which is on 2025-07-18.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Champaign 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.

By choosing the train between Raleigh and Champaign, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Raleigh to Champaign.

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.

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!

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Will you be returning to Raleigh by train?

Train from Champaign to Raleigh

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