What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Des Plaines is to bus and line 29 bus which costs $25 - $40 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $45 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Des Plaines station. However, there are services departing from Illinois Terminal and arriving at Des Plaines Metra Station via Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Champaign to Des Plaines?

The distance between Champaign and Des Plaines is 145 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

How do I travel from Champaign to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from Champaign to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $40 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Champaign to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Des Plaines bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Champaign to Des Plaines train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Champaign to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Champaign to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $45 - $320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 3h 46m, you could also bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Champaign to Des Plaines bus arrive?

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

Where does the Champaign to Des Plaines train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Des Plaines is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Champaign to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 383+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Champaign to Des Plaines - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Champaign to Des Plaines by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport
best
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
1h 59m
$49–317
Bus, line 29 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus FlixBus N2521
2. Take the bus from 95th Red Line Station to State & E. Wackerbus 29
4h 50m
$26–38
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
3h 46m
$41–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to Woodfield Mallbus Champaign to Chicago via shopping areas NB / ...
4h 47m
$47–63
Drive 148.8 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Des Plainescar 148.8 mi
2h 37m
$28–40
Bus to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEC - ORD
3h 41m
$52–323

Champaign to Des Plaines by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 144.6 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Des Plaines, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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