How much does a train ticket from Boston to Champaign cost?

The average train ticket price from Boston to Champaign is $455. The best way to find train tickets from Boston 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!

How long is the train trip from Boston to Champaign?

A train trip between Boston and Champaign is around 1d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 904 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Boston and Champaign?

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

Which train companies travel from Boston to Champaign?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to Champaign?

Trains traveling between Boston and Champaign leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center.

Train Boston to Champaign from $455 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Boston to Champaign on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:36am	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 10h	6:36pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
9:36am	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 13h	10:29pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
9:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 13h	10:29pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
9:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 9h	6:36pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags
7:01pm	Boston Route 128, MA	2d	6:36pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Champaign.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$166 - $234	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$455 - $468	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 132kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Champaign

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

$166Cheapest ticket

36kgCO₂ emissions

Train Boston, MA, US to Champaign: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$455

Average train trip duration1d 10h

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure9:36am

Distance898 miles (1447 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,505 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5505 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $455

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Boston to Champaign Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Champaign?

Stops in Boston, MA, US

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

Stops in Champaign

A - Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Boston to Champaign is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Champaign, 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 Boston and Champaign, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Boston to Champaign while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, 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 60 m 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 traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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