The cheapest and fastest trains from Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 3 trains that leave Urbana, IL for Chicago, IL on Fri, Feb 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 27 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Fri, Feb 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.
58 City Of New Orleans
390 Saluki
390 Saluki
390 Saluki
390 Saluki
58 City Of New OrleansTravel Information
Compare bus and train for Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$41 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
58 City Of New Orleans | 12:30 PM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 2h45 | 3:15 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | ||
8893 AMTRAK · 302 Lincoln Service | 1:50 PM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 3h50 | 5:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | ||
390 Saluki | 4:24 PM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 2h36 | 7:00 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | ||
390 Saluki | 4:38 PM Rantoul Amtrak, Rantoul, IL | 2h22 | 7:00 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | ||
| Friday, February 27 | ||||||
![]() | 1:08 AM Urbana, IL | 2h37 | 3:45 AM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | ||
392 Illini | 1:24 AM Rantoul Amtrak, Rantoul, IL | 2h21 | 3:45 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | ||
This is the last train of the day. | ||||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL
Trains from Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Urbana, IL and Chicago, IL from $14 (€11). 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 Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Urbana, IL to Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Urbana, IL to Chicago, IL
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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