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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Gurnee is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Gurnee is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign and arriving at Grand Ave & Ferndale St via 2107 Belvidere Rd and Sheridan Rd & Washington St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Champaign to Gurnee?

The distance between Champaign and Gurnee is 181 miles. The road distance is 169.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Gurnee without a car is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $65 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Champaign to Gurnee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Gurnee bus from?

Champaign to Gurnee bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign station.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Gurnee train from?

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

Train or bus from Champaign to Gurnee?

The best way to get from Champaign to Gurnee is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $65 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $100 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Champaign to Gurnee bus arrive?

Champaign to Gurnee bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Where does the Champaign to Gurnee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Gurnee?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Gurnee is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Champaign to Gurnee.

Where can I stay near Gurnee?

There are 165+ hotels available in Gurnee.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
4h 38m
$66–171
Drive 168.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Champaign to Gurneecar 168.1 mi
3h 12m
$31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 18m
$51–97
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 Clybourn to Waukegantrain
4h 51m
$55–257
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 45m
$54–73

Champaign to Gurnee by train, foot, and bus

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan once daily. Tickets cost $50–150 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Grand Ave & Ferndale St via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, Waukegan, and Sheridan Rd & Washington St in around 5h 18m.

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