The cheapest and fastest trains from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL
Cheapest price
$200
Average price
$200
Fastest journey
7 h 8 m
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Galesburg, 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 Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL will cost around $200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $200.
It's difficult to get from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL without transferring at least once.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €52, and a bus costs an average of €64.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price |
11h 29m Average total duration 10h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:28 AM Galesburg, IL | 7h08 | 6:36 PM Champaign, IL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:56 PM Galesburg, IL | 15h51 | 10:47 AM Champaign, IL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL
Trains from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 11:28. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 10h 59m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 10h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 10h 59m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 11:28 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Galesburg, IL and Champaign, IL from $65 (€52). 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 Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galesburg, 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 Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with designated spaces for Amtrak passengers.
- The Packing House
- Landmark Cafe & Creperie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galesburg
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Galesburg
- Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with an enclosed waiting area and ticket office.
- Bus: Galesburg Transit
- Taxi services available
- 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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