The cheapest and fastest trains from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Champaign, IL for Homewood, IL on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:08 AM1h47Champaign, IL2:55 AMHomewood, IL$241One-way0 transfers
12:08 AM1h47Champaign, IL1:55 AMHomewood, IL$531One-way0 transfers
12:30 PM1h38Champaign, IL2:08 PMHomewood, IL$541One-way0 transfers
12:30 PM1h38Champaign, IL2:08 PMHomewood, IL$541One-way0 transfers
1:08 AM1h47Champaign, IL2:55 AMHomewood, IL$241One-way0 transfers
12:08 AM1h47Champaign, IL1:55 AMHomewood, IL$531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Homewood, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 46m by train vs 1h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:08 AM Champaign, IL | 1h47 | 1:55 AM Homewood, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:08 AM Champaign, IL | 1h47 | 2:55 AM Homewood, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Champaign, IL | 1h38 | 2:08 PM Homewood, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL
Trains from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 9:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Champaign, IL and Homewood, IL from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Homewood, 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 Homewood, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL
Most Champaign, IL to Homewood, IL trains use the Champaign-Urbana Station to Homewood Amtrak Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Champaign, IL and Homewood, 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 Homewood, 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.
Which Homewood, IL station do trains from Champaign, IL arrive at?
Getting to Homewood Amtrak Station from Homewood city centre
Homewood Amtrak Station train station facilities and services
Homewood Amtrak Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Homewood Amtrak Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Homewood Amtrak Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Homewood Amtrak Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Homewood Amtrak Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Homewood Amtrak Station: Ramps, restrooms.
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