Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Seattle King Street Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Champaign
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 856, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5648 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 5 843
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Champaign?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Champaign start from R 5 843. The average price for this train route is around R 20 940. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Champaign?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Champaign is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2832 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Champaign?
The earliest train from Seattle to Champaign departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 16:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Champaign was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 402To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to Champaign as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 5 402 to R 41 576 for a train ticket from Seattle to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 22 827, which is on 2025-12-20.
