How much is the train ticket from Champaign to St. Louis?

The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to St. Louis start at $63. The average price for this train route is around $116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Champaign to St. Louis?

The average train trip from Champaign to St. Louis takes 12h 55m and covers 237 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Champaign to St. Louis route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to St. Louis?

The earliest train from Champaign to St. Louis departs at 6:30am. The latest train departs at 10:24am.

Train Champaign to St. Louis from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on January 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:55pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	6h 35m	5:30am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	11h 59m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	11h 59m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
10:55pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	6h 35m	5:30am	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on January 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:55pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	6h 35m	5:30am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	12h 55m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	12h 55m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	15h 53m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	15h 53m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on February 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:55pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	6h 35m	5:30am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	12h 55m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	15h 53m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	15h 53m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	15h 53m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on February 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	11h 59m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
10:55pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	6h 35m	5:30am	Gateway Station	Fastest
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	12h 55m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	12h 55m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	15h 53m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to St. Louis on February 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:24am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	11h 59m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
10:55pm	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	6h 35m	5:30am	Gateway Station	Fastest
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	12h 55m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	12h 55m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
6:30am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	15h 53m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:21 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

237 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $85	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$63 - $502	Average Duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Champaign and St. Louis?

Champaign

A
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
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St. Louis

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Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $63

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to St. Louis by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Champaign to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to St. Louis start at $63. The average price for this train route is around $116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Champaign to St. Louis?
The average train trip from Champaign to St. Louis takes 12h 55m and covers 237 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Champaign to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Champaign to St. Louis departs at 6:30am. The latest train departs at 10:24am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-27

$80

01-28

$80

Today

$103

01-30

$96

01-31

$96

02-01

$96

02-02

$85

02-03

$80

The cheapest trip from Champaign to St. Louis was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $80

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $80 to $574 for a train ticket from Champaign to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2026-02-03.