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

The cheapest way to get from Mattoon to Galesburg is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mattoon to Galesburg is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Mattoon and Galesburg?

No, there is no direct train from Mattoon station to Galesburg station. However, there are services departing from Mattoon Amtrak Station and arriving at Galesburg Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Mattoon to Galesburg?

The distance between Mattoon and Galesburg is 182 miles. The road distance is 170.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mattoon to Galesburg without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 36m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Mattoon to Galesburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mattoon to Galesburg train from?

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

Where does the Mattoon to Galesburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mattoon to Galesburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Mattoon to Galesburg is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Mattoon to Galesburg.

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

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Where can I stay near Galesburg?

There are 13+ hotels available in Galesburg.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Galesburgbus Greyhound US0157S
4h 36m
$33–66
Drive 169.9 mi
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1. Drive from Mattoon to Galesburgcar 169.9 mi
3h 27m
$31–45
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
7h 3m
$86–195

Mattoon to Galesburg by train and bus

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4h 36mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.5 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 3m.

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