What is the cheapest way to get from Urbana to Princeton?

The cheapest way to get from Urbana to Princeton is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Urbana to Princeton?

The fastest way to get from Urbana to Princeton is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Urbana and Princeton?

No, there is no direct train from Urbana to Princeton station. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Princeton Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Urbana to Princeton?

The distance between Urbana and Princeton is 199 miles. The road distance is 134.6 miles.

How do I travel from Urbana to Princeton without a car?

The best way to get from Urbana to Princeton without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 47m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Urbana to Princeton?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Urbana to Princeton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Urbana to Princeton train from?

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

Where does the Urbana to Princeton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Urbana to Princeton?

Yes, the driving distance between Urbana to Princeton is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Urbana to Princeton.

Where can I stay near Princeton?

There are five+ hotels available in Princeton.

Urbana to Princeton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Galesburgbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Princeton Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
5h 47m
$38–81
Drive 133.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Urbana to Princetoncar 133.9 mi
2h 32m
$25–36
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Princeton Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
6h 31m
$66–156

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Distance: 197.6 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Urbana, IL, USA and Princeton, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Green & Race to Princeton Station via Illinois Terminal, Champaign-Urbana, and Chicago Union Station in around 6h 31m.

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