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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Union Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags | |||||
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| Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to Kansas City
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 097, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 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 R 1 786
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Kansas City, MO by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Champaign to Kansas City?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Kansas City start from R 2 000. The average price for this train route is around R 3 462. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Champaign to Kansas City?
The average train journey time from Champaign to Kansas City is 15h 18m, covering a distance of 556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Champaign to Kansas City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Kansas City?
The earliest train from Champaign to Kansas City 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.
The cheapest trip from Champaign to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 964To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to Kansas City, MO as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 964 to R 14 400 for a train ticket from Champaign to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 964, which is on 2025-12-16.
