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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to Champaign
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 130, 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 1 944
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Champaign 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 Kansas City to Champaign?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Champaign start from R 2 229. The average price for this train route is around R 3 101. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kansas City to Champaign?
The average train journey time from Kansas City to Champaign is 15h 28m, covering a distance of 556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Champaign 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 Kansas City to Champaign?
The earliest train from Kansas City to Champaign departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 07:01.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Champaign was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 133To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kansas City, MO to Champaign as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 133 to R 10 835 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 597, which is on 2025-12-16.
