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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Palatine is to bus and line 29 bus and train which costs $24 - $40 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Palatine is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Palatine?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Palatine. However, there are services departing from Illinois Terminal and arriving at Rand/Williams via Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Palatine?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Palatine. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Palatine via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Champaign to Palatine?

The distance between Champaign and Palatine is 156 miles. The road distance is 152.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Palatine without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $40 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Champaign to Palatine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Palatine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Champaign to Palatine train from?

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

Train or bus from Champaign to Palatine?

The best way to get from Champaign to Palatine is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Champaign to Palatine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Champaign to Palatine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Palatine?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Palatine is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Champaign to Palatine.

Where can I stay near Palatine?

There are 309+ hotels available in Palatine.

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

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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 Palatinetrain Up-Nw
4h 6m
$43–86
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 Palatinetrain
5h 10m
$25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to Woodfield Mallbus Champaign to Chicago via shopping areas NB / ...
4h 40m
$46–63
Drive 151.3 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Palatinecar 151.3 mi
2h 51m
$28–40
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 Palatinetrain
3h 10m
$54–273

Champaign to Palatine by train, foot, and bus

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4h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Palatine via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 4h 6m. 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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