What is the cheapest way to get from Urbana to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Urbana to Des Plaines is to bus and line 29 bus which costs $28 - $45 and takes 6h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Urbana to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Urbana to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 2h and costs $50 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Urbana and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Urbana to Des Plaines station. However, there are services departing from Champaign, IL - ISR and arriving at Des Plaines Metra Station via Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Urbana and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Urbana to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Urbana to Des Plaines?

The distance between Urbana and Des Plaines is 147 miles. The road distance is 151.7 miles.

How do I travel from Urbana to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from Urbana to Des Plaines without a car is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Urbana to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Urbana to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Urbana to Des Plaines bus from?

Urbana to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Champaign, IL - ISR station.

Where do I catch the Urbana to Des Plaines train from?

Urbana to Des Plaines train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.

Train, bus or fly from Urbana to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Urbana to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 2h and costs $50 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 27m, you could also train, which costs $45 - $95 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Urbana to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Urbana to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Woodfield Mall station.

Where does the Urbana to Des Plaines train arrive?

Urbana to Des Plaines train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Urbana to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Urbana to Des Plaines is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Urbana to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 361+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

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There are 5 ways to get from Urbana to Des Plaines by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
2h
$53–301
Drive 150.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Urbana to Des Plainescar 150.8 mi
2h 41m
$28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Champaign, IL - ISR to Woodfield Mallbus Champaign to Chicago via shopping areas NB / ...
4h 27m
$47–63
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
4h 57m
$48–94
Bus, line 29 bus
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus FlixBus N2521
2. Take the bus from 95th Red Line Station to State & E. Wackerbus 29
6h 13m
$28–44

Urbana to Des Plaines by bus and foot

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4h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.1 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Urbana, IL, USA and Des Plaines, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Champaign, IL - ISR to Woodfield Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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