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

The cheapest way to get from Galesburg to Champaign is to bus which costs $21 - $45 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galesburg to Champaign is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Galesburg and Champaign?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galesburg and arriving at Champaign. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Galesburg and Champaign?

No, there is no direct train from Galesburg station to Champaign. However, there are services departing from Galesburg Amtrak Station and arriving at Champaign-Urbana via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Galesburg to Champaign?

The distance between Galesburg and Champaign is 137 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galesburg to Champaign without a car is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $21 - $45.

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

The bus from Galesburg to Champaign takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Galesburg to Champaign bus from?

Galesburg to Champaign bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Galesburg station.

Where do I catch the Galesburg to Champaign train from?

Galesburg to Champaign train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Galesburg to Champaign?

The best way to get from Galesburg to Champaign is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $21 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $90 - $200 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Galesburg to Champaign bus arrive?

Galesburg to Champaign bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Champaign station.

Where does the Galesburg to Champaign train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galesburg to Champaign?

Yes, the driving distance between Galesburg to Champaign is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Galesburg to Champaign.

How do I get a train ticket from Galesburg to Champaign?

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

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Where can I stay near Champaign?

There are 54+ hotels available in Champaign.

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There are 3 ways to get from Galesburg to Champaign by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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1. Take the bus from Galesburg to Champaignbus Btw 1402
2h 45m
$21–45
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain Illini / ...
6h 26m
$93–191
Drive 136 mi
1. Drive from Galesburg to Champaigncar 136 mi
2h 15m
$25–36

Galesburg to Champaign by bus

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Distance: 135.9 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

Burlington Trailways operates a bus from Galesburg to Champaign once daily, and the journey takes 2h 45m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbana via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 26m.

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