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Compare bus and train for Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $149. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $149, and a train costs an average of $205.
Distance: 324 miles (522 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$205 Average price | $149 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 52m Average total duration Fastest 18h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 40m Average total duration 24h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR:
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR costing on average $205 (€166).
Other travel options to Jonesboro, AR take longer:
Bus takes on average 24h 10m.
Tickets start at around $205 (€166) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-192.27 (€-156.50). The journey takes 18h 22m versus 5h 54m 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.
Live departures
Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR train times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 11:30 AM Champaign, IL | 18h22 | 5:52 AM Jonesboro, AR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR
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Trains from Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR run on average 2 times per day, taking around 18h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $205 (€166) but you can travel from only $149 (€121) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 01:46. The fastest train covers the 324 miles (522 km) distance in 18h 22m.
Distance 324 miles (522 km) |
Average train duration 18h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $205 (€166) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 18h 22m |
First train 1:41 AM |
Last train 1:46 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR 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 Jonesboro, AR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR
Most Champaign, IL to Jonesboro, AR trains use the Champaign-Urbana Station to Walnut Ridge Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Champaign, IL and Jonesboro, AR 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 Jonesboro, AR 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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