What is the cheapest way to get from Glen Ellyn to Champaign?

The cheapest way to get from Glen Ellyn to Champaign is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glen Ellyn to Champaign?

The fastest way to get from Glen Ellyn to Champaign is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Glen Ellyn and Champaign?

No, there is no direct bus from Glen Ellyn to Champaign. However, there are services departing from Main/Pennsylvania and arriving at Illinois Terminal via Yorktown Center and Oakbrook Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Glen Ellyn and Champaign?

No, there is no direct train from Glen Ellyn to Champaign. However, there are services departing from Glen Ellyn and arriving at Champaign-Urbana via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Glen Ellyn to Champaign?

The distance between Glen Ellyn and Champaign is 152 miles. The road distance is 136.6 miles.

How do I travel from Glen Ellyn to Champaign without a car?

The best way to get from Glen Ellyn to Champaign without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Glen Ellyn to Champaign?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Glen Ellyn to Champaign, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glen Ellyn to Champaign bus from?

Glen Ellyn to Champaign bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Oakbrook Mall station.

Where do I catch the Glen Ellyn to Champaign train from?

Glen Ellyn to Champaign train services, operated by Metra, depart from Glen Ellyn station.

Train or bus from Glen Ellyn to Champaign?

The best way to get from Glen Ellyn to Champaign is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $35 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Glen Ellyn to Champaign bus arrive?

Glen Ellyn to Champaign bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Illinois Terminal station.

Where does the Glen Ellyn to Champaign train arrive?

Glen Ellyn to Champaign train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Glen Ellyn to Champaign?

Yes, the driving distance between Glen Ellyn to Champaign is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Glen Ellyn to Champaign.

Where can I stay near Champaign?

There are 60+ hotels available in Champaign.

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There are 5 ways to get from Glen Ellyn to Champaign by train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glen Ellyn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain Illini / ...
4h 29m
$38–83
Drive 135.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glen Ellyn to Champaigncar 135.8 mi
2h 35m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Illinois Terminalbus Chicago to Champaign via shopping SB / ...
4h 43m
$48–64
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Glen Ellyn to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane ORD - CMI
4h 5m
$55–283
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glen Ellyn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus FlixBus N2521
4h 50m
$28–41

Glen Ellyn to Champaign by train and bus

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4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.3 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Glen Ellyn, IL, USA and Champaign, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Glen Ellyn to Champaign-Urbana via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Oakbrook Mall to Illinois Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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