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How to travel from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL

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Travel Information between Champaign, IL and Chicago, IL

distanceDistance123 miles (199 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain or bus
priceTicket price range$13 - $31
cheapestCheapest modeTrain • $13 (€12) • 2 h 36 min
fastestFastest modeBus • $31 (€28) • 2 h 30 min
carriersPopular travel companiesGreyhound or Amtrak

Take a train or bus to travel 123 miles (199 km) to Chicago, IL from Champaign, IL. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are Greyhound or Amtrak among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL.

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from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL

How to get from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Champaign, IL to Chicago, IL is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

Amtrak390 Saluki
10:24AM2h36
Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL
01:00PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$311One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Greyhound
12:10PM6h35
Champaign, IL
06:45PMChicago, IL
$291One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Amtrak390 Saluki
10:24AM2h36
Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL
01:00PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$311One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Amtrak58 City Of New Orleans
06:10AM3h05
Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL
09:15AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$381One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak392 Illini
07:08PM2h37
Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL
09:45PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$541One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
05:00PM3h40
Champaign, IL
08:40PMChicago, IL
$361One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:35PM2h50
Champaign, IL
10:25PMChicago, IL
$331One-way
0 transfers

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Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains from Champaign to Chicago, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

    FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

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