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How to get fromPlainfield to Mattoonby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Plainfield to Mattoon by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Plainfield Park-n-Ride to Union Stationbus bus 755
    2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain train Saluki / ...
    5h 47m
    $58–125

  2. Drive 162.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Plainfield to Mattooncar car 162.9 mi
    3h 11m
    $30–43

  3. Bus, train via Champaign

    1. Take the bus from Plainfield Park-n-Ride to Union Stationbus bus 755
    2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus bus
    3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain train
    6h 49m
    $62–95

Plainfield to Mattoon by bus and train

Calendar21Weekly Services
Duration5h 47mAverage Duration
Ticket$58Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 212.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Plainfield, Will County, IL, USA and Mattoon, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Plainfield to Mattoon. However, you can take the bus to Union Station, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Mattoon Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plainfield Park-n-Ride to Mattoon Amtrak Station via Union Station, Chicago Bus Station, Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, and Champaign-Urbana in around 6h 49m.

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