What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest is to bus and line 29 bus and train which costs $28 - $45 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Lake Forest station. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at Highland Park Metra Station via Jackson & Clinton, Ida B Wells Drive & Wabash and Howard CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Lake Forest. via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Champaign to Lake Forest?

The distance between Champaign and Lake Forest is 158 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

How do I travel from Champaign to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Champaign to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Lake Forest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Champaign to Lake Forest train from?

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

Train or bus from Champaign to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 213 bus, which costs $55 - $75 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Champaign to Lake Forest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Champaign to Lake Forest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Lake Forest is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Champaign to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 166+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Champaign to Lake Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 29 bus

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

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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 Lake Forest.train Up-N
4h 22m
$49–93
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 Lake Forest.train
5h 26m
$28–42
Drive 160 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Lake Forestcar 160 mi
3h 2m
$30–43
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 Lake Forest.train
3h 55m
$54–254
Bus, line 213 bus
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Howard CTA Station to Highland Park Metra Stationbus 213
5h 58m
$56–74

Champaign to Lake Forest by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Lake Forest, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Lake Forest. via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Lake Forest. via Chicago Bus Station, Jackson & Clinton, Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells, Ida B Wells Drive & Wabash, Rogers & Paulina, Howard CTA Station, Highland Park Metra Station, and Highland Park in around 5h 58m.

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