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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Galena is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Galena is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Galena?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Galena. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at Dubuque via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 54m.

How far is it from Champaign to Galena?

The distance between Champaign and Galena is 406 miles. The road distance is 236.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Galena without a car is to bus which takes 10h 54m and costs $150 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 10h 54m to get from Champaign to Galena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Galena bus from?

Champaign to Galena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Where does the Champaign to Galena bus arrive?

Champaign to Galena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Champaign to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Galena is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Champaign to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 121+ hotels available in Galena.

Champaign to Galena - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Champaign to Galena by bus (Flixbus), car, train, bus, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
10h 54m
$152–215
Drive 234.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Champaign to Galenacar 234.8 mi
4h 57m
$43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
10h 57m
$178–264
Train, bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Dubuquebus
10h 59m
$210–298
Train, bus via Milwaukee #2
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
4. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
11h 44m
$217–324
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
12h 39m
$133–180

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Map of how to get from Champaign to Galena.

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Distance: 403.2 mi
Duration: 10h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Galena via Chicago Bus Station, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, Madison, and Dubuque in around 10h 54m.

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