The cheapest and fastest trains from Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, 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-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 1 trains that leave Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL for Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL on Wed, Dec 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, 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 43m. 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: 104 miles (168 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€35 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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58 City Of New Orleans | 12:30 PM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 1h38 | 2:08 PM Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
390 Saluki | 5:24 PM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 1h46 | 7:10 PM Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
Trains from Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:10, the last at 15:24. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 09:10 |
Last train 15:24 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL and Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL from $17 (€14). 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-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, 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 Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
- 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
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and restroom access during station hours.
- Metra: Electric District Line
- Bus: Pace Routes 356, 359
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