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

The cheapest way to get from Galesburg to Charleston is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galesburg to Charleston is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Galesburg to Charleston?

The distance between Galesburg and Charleston is 193 miles. The road distance is 184.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galesburg to Charleston without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 49m and costs $60 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Galesburg to Charleston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Galesburg to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Galesburg to Charleston is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Galesburg to Charleston.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 16+ hotels available in Charleston.

Galesburg to Charleston - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Galesburg to Charleston by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galesburg to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain Saluki / ...
4h 49m
$64–108
Drive 183.8 mi
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1. Drive from Galesburg to Charlestoncar 183.8 mi
3h 15m
$34–49
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Galesburg to Moline-Airport-MLItaxi
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane MLI - CMI
3. Take the taxi from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Charlestontaxi
5h 8m
$276–593

Quad City International Airport (MLI) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) flights

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5h 20mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

There is no direct connection from Galesburg to Charleston. However, you can take the bus to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, walk to Champaign-Urbana, take the train to Mattoon Amtrak Station, then take the taxi to Charleston. Alternatively, you can drive from Galesburg to Charleston in around 3h 15m.

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