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Next departures from Champaign to Saint Paul on 13 October
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Amtrak
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
Union DepotCheapest
Amtrak
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
Union DepotFastest
Amtrak
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
Union DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
Union DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
Union DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to Saint Paul

Average priceUS$49 - US$188Average duration13h 5m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$63 - US$482Average duration12h 32m
61kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Champaign to Saint Paul

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Saint Paul. The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
13h 5mAverage duration
US$49Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Train Champaign to Saint Paul, US: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$128
Average train trip duration12h 32m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure04:10
Distance415 miles
Latest train departure10:24

Champaign to Saint Paul Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Champaign - Saint Paul, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Champaign to Saint Paul cost?

    The average train ticket price from Champaign to Saint Paul is US$128. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Champaign to Saint Paul 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Champaign to Saint Paul?

    A train trip between Champaign and Saint Paul is around 12h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 415 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Champaign and Saint Paul?

    The number of trains from Champaign to Saint Paul can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Champaign to Saint Paul by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Champaign to Saint Paul?

    When taking the train from Champaign to Saint Paul, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/10
US$424
11/10
US$317
Today
US$200
13/10
US$156
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17/10
US$151
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Champaign to Saint Paul, US was searched and found on 17 Oct 2025 with a price of US$151

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

You can expect to pay from US$151 to US$498 for a train ticket from Champaign to Saint Paul, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$151, which is on 2025-10-17.

About Train Travel

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Saint Paul, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Champaign and Saint Paul, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Champaign to Saint Paul and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Saint Paul, US to Champaign

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