Train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Champaign

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Next departures from Philadelphia to Champaign on 1 November
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Amtrak
    30th Street Station
    Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation CenterNo tags
    Amtrak
      30th Street Station
      Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation CenterNo tags
      Amtrak
        30th Street Station
        Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation CenterNo tags
        Amtrak
          30th Street Station
          Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation CenterNo tags
          Amtrak
            30th Street Station
            Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation CenterNo tags

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            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            10bus per day
            1d 7hAverage duration
            1112 kmDistance
            28kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$163 - US$371Average duration1d 7h
            28kg CO₂e
            Average priceUS$252 - US$2 572Average duration1d 10h
            101kg CO₂e

            Train Philadelphia, PA to Champaign: Trip Overview

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            Average ticket priceUS$360
            Average train trip duration1d 10h
            Number of daily trains3
            Earliest train departure08:15
            Distance1111 km
            Latest train departure12:42

            Philadelphia to Champaign Train

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Champaign

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

              The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Champaign is US$360. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Champaign?

              A train trip between Philadelphia and Champaign is around 1d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1114 km that separates the two cities.

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

              The number of trains from Philadelphia to Champaign 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 Philadelphia to Champaign by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Champaign?

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

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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 Philadelphia and Champaign, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

            Make a music playlist for your train ride from Philadelphia to Champaign and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

            Did you know?

            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!

            You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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