What is the cheapest way to get from Illinois to Staunton?

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Staunton is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Illinois to Staunton?

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Staunton is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $120 - $210.

Is there a direct train between Illinois and Staunton?

No, there is no direct train from Illinois station to Staunton station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Carlinville Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Illinois to Staunton?

The distance between Illinois and Staunton is 247 miles. The road distance is 258.3 miles.

How do I travel from Illinois to Staunton without a car?

The best way to get from Illinois to Staunton without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $120 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Illinois to Staunton?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Illinois to Staunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Staunton train from?

Illinois to Staunton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where does the Illinois to Staunton train arrive?

Illinois to Staunton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Carlinville Station.

Can I drive from Illinois to Staunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Staunton is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Illinois to Staunton.

Where can I stay near Staunton?

There are 11+ hotels available in Staunton.

Illinois to Staunton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carlinville Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
4h 17m
$121–207
Drive 256.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Stauntoncar 256.8 mi
4h 18m
$47–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the train from Springfield to Carlinville Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
6h 42m
$99–145

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Distance: 245.3 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and Staunton, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Carlinville Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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