Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Columbus Amtrak | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | No tags |
Get from Columbus to Champaign
The journey takes about 9 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 R 1 131
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, WI to Champaign by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Columbus to Champaign?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbus to Champaign start from R 1 131. The average price for this train route is around R 1 400. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbus to Champaign?
The average train journey time from Columbus to Champaign is 9h 3m, covering a distance of 365 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbus to Champaign route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbus to Champaign?
The earliest train from Columbus to Champaign departs at 13:47. And the latest train departs at 13:47.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, WI to Champaign was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 298To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbus, WI to Champaign as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 298 to R 6 641 for a train ticket from Columbus, WI to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 298, which is on 2025-12-14.
