What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Mattoon?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Mattoon is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Mattoon?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Mattoon is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Mattoon?

The distance between Des Plaines and Mattoon is 198 miles. The road distance is 198.4 miles.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Mattoon without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Mattoon without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 28m and costs $55 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Mattoon?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Des Plaines to Mattoon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Mattoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Mattoon is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Des Plaines to Mattoon.

Where can I stay near Mattoon?

There are 21+ hotels available in Mattoon.

Des Plaines to Mattoon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Des Plaines to Mattoon by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility to Illinois Terminalbus Chicago Area to Champaign SOUTH / ...
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain Saluki / ...
5h 28m
$57–87
Drive 197.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Mattooncar 197.2 mi
3h 22m
$36–52
Fly, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane ORD - CMI
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain
4h 9m
$60–310

Des Plaines to Mattoon by bus and train

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.6 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Des Plaines, IL, USA and Mattoon, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Des Plaines to Mattoon. However, you can take the bus to Illinois Terminal, walk to Champaign-Urbana, then take the train to Mattoon Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Plaines to Mattoon in around 3h 22m.

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