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Compare bus and train for Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 144 miles (233 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL costing on average $42 (€34).
Other travel options to Highland Park, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 10m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.51 (€-7.78). The journey takes 2h 37m versus 2h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL
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Trains from Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL 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 Highland Park, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL
Most Champaign, IL to Highland Park, IL trains use the Champaign-Urbana Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Champaign, IL and Highland Park, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Champaign, IL station do trains to Highland Park, IL leave from?
Getting to Champaign-Urbana Station from Champaign city centre
Champaign-Urbana Station train station facilities and services
Champaign-Urbana Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Big Grove Tavern, Ko Fusion
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Champaign-Urbana Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Champaign-Urbana Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Champaign-Urbana Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Champaign-Urbana Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Champaign-Urbana Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana, I Hotel and Conference Center, Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/ Urbana.
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