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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
It's difficult to get from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL without transferring at least once.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a bus costs an average of €27.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1:44 PM Des Plaines, IL | 4h52 | 6:36 PM Champaign, IL | 1 transfer | |
| 5:44 PM Des Plaines, IL | 4h45 | 10:29 PM Champaign, IL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL
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Trains from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 19:08 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metra from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL trainsAmtrak, Metra trains will get you between Des Plaines, IL and Champaign, IL from $25 (€20). 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 Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, 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 Champaign, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Des Plaines, IL to Champaign, IL
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
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