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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Waterloo is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Waterloo is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $85 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Waterloo?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Waterloo. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at Waterloo via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Champaign to Waterloo?

The distance between Champaign and Waterloo is 289 miles. The road distance is 320.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Waterloo without a car is to bus which takes 10h 20m and costs $95 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Champaign to Waterloo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Waterloo bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Champaign to Waterloo?

The best way to get from Champaign to Waterloo is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $85 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Champaign to Waterloo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Waterloo?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Waterloo is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Champaign to Waterloo.

How do I get a bus ticket from Champaign to Waterloo?

Book your Champaign to Waterloo bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Waterloo?

There are 42+ hotels available in Waterloo.

Champaign to Waterloo - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Champaign to Waterloo by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane CMI - ALO
4h 49m
$86–375
Drive 318.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Champaign to Waterloocar 318.2 mi
5h 24m
$59–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
10h 20m
$95–145
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
10h 40m
$84–159
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus FlixBus N2521
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
11h 46m
$75–119

Champaign to Waterloo by bus

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Distance: 287.5 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Waterloo, IA, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Waterloo via Chicago Bus Station in around 10h 20m.

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