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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Summit, IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Summit, IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Summit, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Summit, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Summit, IL | No tags |
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Get from Champaign to Summit
The journey takes about 11 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5647 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $52
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Summit, IL 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 Summit?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Summit start at $52. The average price for this train route is around $72. 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 Summit?
The average train trip from Champaign to Summit takes 11h 32m and covers 191 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Champaign to Summit route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to Summit?
The earliest train from Champaign to Summit departs at 6:10am. 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.
The cheapest trip from Champaign to Summit, IL was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to Summit, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $78 to $238 for a train ticket from Champaign to Summit, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-12-15.
