What is the cheapest way to get from Zion to Champaign?

The cheapest way to get from Zion to Champaign is to train and bus which costs $29 - $50 and takes 6h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zion to Champaign?

The fastest way to get from Zion to Champaign is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Zion and Champaign?

No, there is no direct bus from Zion to Champaign. However, there are services departing from Sheridan Rd & 27th St and arriving at Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign via Sheridan Rd & Washington St and Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Zion and Champaign?

No, there is no direct train from Zion to Champaign. However, there are services departing from Zion and arriving at Champaign-Urbana via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Zion to Champaign?

The distance between Zion and Champaign is 172 miles. The road distance is 175 miles.

How do I travel from Zion to Champaign without a car?

The best way to get from Zion to Champaign without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $35 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Zion to Champaign?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Zion to Champaign, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zion to Champaign bus from?

Zion to Champaign bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Where do I catch the Zion to Champaign train from?

Zion to Champaign train services, operated by Metra, depart from Zion station.

Train or bus from Zion to Champaign?

The best way to get from Zion to Champaign is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Zion to Champaign bus arrive?

Zion to Champaign bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign station.

Where does the Zion to Champaign train arrive?

Zion to Champaign train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Zion to Champaign?

Yes, the driving distance between Zion to Champaign is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Zion to Champaign.

Where can I stay near Champaign?

There are 60+ hotels available in Champaign.

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There are 5 ways to get from Zion to Champaign by train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Zion to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain Illini / ...
5h 6m
$39–90
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the bus from Downtown Chicago to Illinois Terminalbus Chicago Area to Champaign SOUTH
6h 14m
$30–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaignbus Milwaukee
5h 22m
$52–76
Drive 174 mi
1. Drive from Zion to Champaigncar 174 mi
3h 24m
$32–46
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Zion to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane ORD - CMI
4h 34m
$57–286

Zion to Champaign by train and bus

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Zion, IL, USA and Champaign, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Zion to Champaign-Urbana via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign once daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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