The cheapest and fastest trains from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$154
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 $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
It's difficult to get from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL without transferring at least once.
11:28 AM7h08Galesburg, IL6:36 PMChampaign, IL$1541One-way1 transfer
6:56 PM15h51Galesburg, IL10:47 AMChampaign, IL$1541One-way1 transfer
11:28 AM7h08Galesburg, IL6:36 PMChampaign, IL$1541One-way1 transfer
6:56 PM15h51Galesburg, IL10:47 AMChampaign, IL$1541One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train 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 bus with prices starting from $79. 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 bus costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$171 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest |
12h 47m Average total duration 12h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL:
A bus is $92 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL costing on average $171 (€136).
Other travel options to Champaign, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 17m.
Live departures
Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 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 | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL
Trains from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€63) but you can travel from only $79 (€63) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, 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 12h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€63) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 59m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 11:28 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Galesburg, IL to Champaign, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Galesburg, IL and Champaign, IL from $79 (€63). 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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