What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Chicago Loop is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Chicago Loop is to fly which takes 2h 4m and costs $50 - $250.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Champaign to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Champaign and Chicago Loop is 129 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

How do I travel from Champaign to Chicago Loop without a car?

The best way to get from Champaign to Chicago Loop without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $17 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Chicago Loop?

The train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Station takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Chicago Loop train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Champaign to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Champaign to Chicago Loop is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $17 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $65 and takes 2h 45m, you could also fly, which costs $50 - $250 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Champaign to Chicago Loop train arrive?

Champaign to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Champaign to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Chicago Loop is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Champaign to Chicago Loop.

How do I get a train ticket from Champaign to Chicago Loop?

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Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1226+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

Champaign to Chicago Loop - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Champaign to Chicago Loop by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union StationSaluki / ...
2h 36m
$17–70
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to ChicagoFlixBus 2510 / ...
2h 45m
$26–64
Drive 134.7 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Chicago Loop134.7 mi
2h 19m
$25–36
Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)CMI - ORD
2h 4m
$50–247
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Champaign to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DEC - ORD
2h 50m
$153–378

Champaign to Chicago Loop by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

2h 36mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.2 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $17–70 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago twice daily. Tickets cost $23–60 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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