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

The cheapest way to get from Galesburg to Mattoon is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galesburg to Mattoon is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Galesburg and Mattoon?

No, there is no direct train from Galesburg station to Mattoon station. However, there are services departing from Galesburg Amtrak Station and arriving at Mattoon Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Galesburg to Mattoon?

The distance between Galesburg and Mattoon is 181 miles. The road distance is 170.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galesburg to Mattoon without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 28m and costs $35 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Galesburg to Mattoon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galesburg to Mattoon train from?

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

Where does the Galesburg to Mattoon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galesburg to Mattoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Galesburg to Mattoon is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Galesburg to Mattoon.

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

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Where can I stay near Mattoon?

There are 21+ hotels available in Mattoon.

Galesburg to Mattoon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galesburg to Champaignbus Btw 1402
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain Saluki / ...
4h 28m
$36–70
Drive 169.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galesburg to Mattooncar 169.9 mi
3h 26m
$31–45
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 Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain Saluki / ...
7h 12m
$108–226

Galesburg to Mattoon by bus and train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.4 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Mattoon Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 12m.

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