What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Bowling Green?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Bowling Green is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Bowling Green?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Bowling Green is to drive which takes 5h 44m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Bowling Green?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Bowling Green station. However, there are services departing from Champaign and arriving at Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove via Ctc-R and Indianapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Champaign to Bowling Green?

The distance between Champaign and Bowling Green is 412 miles. The road distance is 289.9 miles.

How do I travel from Champaign to Bowling Green without a car?

The best way to get from Champaign to Bowling Green without a car is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Bowling Green?

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Champaign to Bowling Green, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Bowling Green bus from?

Champaign to Bowling Green bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Champaign station.

Where does the Champaign to Bowling Green bus arrive?

Champaign to Bowling Green bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from Champaign to Bowling Green?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Bowling Green is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Champaign to Bowling Green.

Where can I stay near Bowling Green?

There are 46+ hotels available in Bowling Green.

Champaign to Bowling Green - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Champaign to Bowling Green by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, bus, drive
best
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Carbondaletrain
2. Take the bus from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Clarksville Park & Ridebus
3. Drive from Clarksville Park & Ride to Bowling Greencar
8h 26m
$96–180
Drive 288.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Champaign to Bowling Greencar 288.2 mi
5h 44m
$53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Champaign to Indianapolisbus Btw 1402
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grovebus Indianapolis
8h 50m
Bus via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grovebus Indianapolis
8h 55m
$121–253

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Distance: 409.5 mi
Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Bowling Green, KY, USA?

You can take a bus from Champaign to Bowling Green via Indianapolis, Ctc-R, Lafayette Rd & Georgetown Rd, Indianapolis, and Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove in around 8h 50m.

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