What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Palos Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Palos Heights is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Palos Heights?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Palos Heights is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Palos Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Palos Heights. However, there are services departing from Illinois Terminal and arriving at Harlem Ave & 123rd St via Midway CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Palos Heights?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Palos Heights. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Hazel Crest via Homewood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Champaign to Palos Heights?

The distance between Champaign and Palos Heights is 127 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

How do I travel from Champaign to Palos Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Champaign to Palos Heights without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Palos Heights?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Champaign to Palos Heights, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Palos Heights bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Champaign to Palos Heights train from?

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

Train or bus from Champaign to Palos Heights?

The best way to get from Champaign to Palos Heights is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $40 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Champaign to Palos Heights bus arrive?

Champaign to Palos Heights bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Chicago Midway Airport station.

Where does the Champaign to Palos Heights train arrive?

Champaign to Palos Heights train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Homewood station.

Can I drive from Champaign to Palos Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Palos Heights is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Champaign to Palos Heights.

Where can I stay near Palos Heights?

There are 210+ hotels available in Palos Heights.

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There are 5 ways to get from Champaign to Palos Heights by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Homewoodtrain City of New Orleans / ...
3h 59m
$40–76
Drive 118.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Champaign to Palos Heightscar 118.9 mi
2h 4m
$22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to Chicago Midway Airportbus Champaign to Chicago Area NORTH
4h 15m
$47–63
Train via Union Station
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Palos Heightstrain Sws
4h 16m
$46–90
Bus, line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus FlixBus N2521
2. Take the bus from 47th Red Line Station to Midway Orange Line Stationbus 47
4h 41m
$27–44

Champaign to Palos Heights by train and bus (Amtrak)

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Palos Heights, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Champaign-Urbana to Homewood 3 times a day. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Illinois Terminal to Chicago Midway Airport once daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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