How much does a train ticket cost from Champaign to Springfield?

The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Springfield start from £256. The average price for this train route is around £433. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Champaign to Springfield?

The average train journey time from Champaign to Springfield is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 824 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Champaign to Springfield route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Springfield?

The earliest train from Champaign to Springfield departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 11:24.

Train Champaign to Springfield from £120 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Champaign to Springfield on 19 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Springfield on 20 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Springfield on 21 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Springfield on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Springfield on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	06:30	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 10h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Train	10:24	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	1d 6h	17:49	Springfield Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:06 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to Springfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

824 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£106 - £161	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£256 - £708	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 121kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5740 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 £256

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Springfield, MA by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Champaign to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Springfield start from £256. The average price for this train route is around £433. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Champaign to Springfield?
The average train journey time from Champaign to Springfield is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 824 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Champaign to Springfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Springfield?
The earliest train from Champaign to Springfield departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 11:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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Today

£205

18/01

£231

19/01

£195

20/01

£188

21/01

£136

22/01

£146

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Springfield, MA was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of £136

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

You can expect to pay from £136 to £1,241 for a train ticket from Champaign to Springfield, MA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £136, which is on 2026-01-21.