What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Cary?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Cary is to bus and line 29 bus and train which costs $28 - $45 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Cary?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Cary is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Cary?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Cary station. However, there are services departing from Illinois Terminal and arriving at Crystal Lake Metra Station via Northwest Transportation Center and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Cary?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Cary. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Cary via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Champaign to Cary?

The distance between Champaign and Cary is 168 miles. The road distance is 165.7 miles.

How do I travel from Champaign to Cary without a car?

The best way to get from Champaign to Cary without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Cary?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Champaign to Cary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Cary bus from?

Champaign to Cary bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Illinois Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Cary train from?

Champaign to Cary train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.

Train or bus from Champaign to Cary?

The best way to get from Champaign to Cary is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Champaign to Cary bus arrive?

Champaign to Cary bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Woodfield Mall station.

Where does the Champaign to Cary train arrive?

Champaign to Cary train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Champaign to Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Cary is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Champaign to Cary.

Where can I stay near Cary?

There are 170+ hotels available in Cary.

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There are 5 ways to get from Champaign to Cary by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Carytrain Up-Nw
4h 33m
$50–95
Bus, line 29 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from 95th Red Line Station to State & E. Wackerbus 29
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Carytrain
5h 37m
$29–44
Drive 164.7 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Carycar 164.7 mi
3h 11m
$31–44
Fly, train
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Carytrain
3h 36m
$55–254
Bus
1. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to Woodfield Mallbus Champaign to Chicago via shopping areas NB / ...
6h 47m
$51–69

Champaign to Cary by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 167.5 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Cary, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Cary via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Illinois Terminal to Woodfield Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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