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

The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Mattoon start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £7. 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 Mattoon?

The average train journey time from Champaign to Mattoon is 43m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Champaign to Mattoon 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 Mattoon?

The earliest train from Champaign to Mattoon departs at 10:49. And the latest train departs at 22:55.

Train Champaign to Mattoon from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Champaign to Mattoon on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:55	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	39m	23:34	Mattoon	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:55	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	39m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to Mattoon on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:36	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	47m	19:23	Mattoon	Cheapest
Train	22:55	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	39m	23:34	Mattoon	Fastest
Train	18:36	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	47m	19:23	Mattoon	No tags
Train	22:55	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	39m	23:34	Mattoon	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:03 CST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Mattoon. The journey takes about 43 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

43mAverage duration

45 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration44m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £20	Average duration43m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 £5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to Mattoon 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 Mattoon?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Mattoon start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £7. 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 Mattoon?
The average train journey time from Champaign to Mattoon is 43m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Champaign to Mattoon 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 Mattoon?
The earliest train from Champaign to Mattoon departs at 10:49. And the latest train departs at 22:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£5

10/12

£5

Today

£5

12/12

No data

13/12

£4

14/12

No data

15/12

£4

16/12

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The cheapest trip from Champaign to Mattoon was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £79 for a train ticket from Champaign to Mattoon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-13.