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Compare bus and train for Champaign, IL to Fresno, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Fresno, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €204. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 51h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €204, and a train costs an average of €337.
Distance: 1713 miles (2757 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€337 Average price | €204 Average price Cheapest |
54h 28m Average total duration 53h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51h 40m Average total duration Fastest 51h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Champaign, IL to Fresno, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Fresno, CA trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:14 PM Champaign, IL | 53h58 | 9:12 PM Fresno, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Champaign, IL to Fresno, CA
Distance 1713 miles (2757 km) |
Average train duration 53h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $413 (€337) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 53h 58m |
First train 15:14 |
Last train 15:14 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Champaign, IL to Fresno, CA start from as low as $413 (€337) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $413 (€337) depending on the train type and class.
FAQs: Trains from Champaign, IL to Fresno, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Fresno, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fresno, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Champaign, IL to Fresno, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Big Grove Tavern
- Ko Fusion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana
- I Hotel and Conference Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/ Urbana
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station includes an enclosed waiting area and serves as an intermodal passenger transport center.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Intercity bus services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
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