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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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 | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Champaign to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview
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Based on 5559 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 US$109
Champaign to Kansas City Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Champaign - Kansas City, MO
How much does a cheap train ticket from Champaign to Kansas City cost?
The average train ticket price from Champaign to Kansas City is US$188. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Champaign to Kansas City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Champaign to Kansas City?
A train trip between Champaign and Kansas City is around 15h 38m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 24m. This is the time it takes to travel the 555 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Champaign and Kansas City?
The number of trains from Champaign to Kansas City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Champaign to Kansas City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Champaign to Kansas City?
When taking the train from Champaign to Kansas City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Champaign to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$136To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to Kansas City, MO as early as possible.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Kansas City you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Champaign and Kansas City, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
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Did you know?
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
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