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

The cheapest way to get from Mattoon to Pontiac is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mattoon to Pontiac is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Mattoon and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct train from Mattoon station to Pontiac station. However, there are services departing from Mattoon Amtrak Station and arriving at Pontiac Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Mattoon to Pontiac?

The distance between Mattoon and Pontiac is 129 miles. The road distance is 119.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mattoon to Pontiac without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 11m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Mattoon to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mattoon to Pontiac train from?

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

Where does the Mattoon to Pontiac train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mattoon to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Mattoon to Pontiac is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Mattoon to Pontiac.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 10+ hotels available in Pontiac.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Bloomington-Normalbus
3. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Pontiac Stationtrain
4h 11m
$31–66
Drive 119.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mattoon to Pontiaccar 119.1 mi
2h 17m
$22–32
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
6h 5m
$84–179

Mattoon to Pontiac by train and bus

21Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.1 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Mattoon, IL, USA and Pontiac, Livingston County, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Pontiac Station via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 5m.

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