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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Mattoon is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Mattoon is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $14 - $21.

How far is it from Lincoln to Mattoon?

The distance between Lincoln and Mattoon is 129 miles. The road distance is 78.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Mattoon without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 5m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Lincoln to Mattoon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Mattoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Mattoon is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Lincoln to Mattoon.

Where can I stay near Mattoon?

There are 22+ hotels available in Mattoon.

Lincoln to Mattoon - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Lincoln to Mattoon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lincoln Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain
2. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain
4h 5m
$31–66
Drive 78.3 mi
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1. Drive from Lincoln to Mattooncar 78.3 mi
1h 54m
$15–21

Lincoln to Mattoon by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.5 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

There is no direct connection from Lincoln to Mattoon. However, you can take the train to Bloomington-Normal, walk to Bloomington-Normal, take the bus to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, walk to Champaign-Urbana, then take the train to Mattoon Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Lincoln to Mattoon in around 1h 54m.

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