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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to DeKalb is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to DeKalb is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at Dekalb via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Champaign to DeKalb?

The distance between Champaign and DeKalb is 207 miles. The road distance is 144.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to DeKalb without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $40 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Champaign to DeKalb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to DeKalb bus from?

Champaign to DeKalb bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Train or bus from Champaign to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Champaign to DeKalb is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $40 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $24 - $90 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Champaign to DeKalb bus arrive?

Champaign to DeKalb bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Champaign to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to DeKalb is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Champaign to DeKalb.

How do I get a bus ticket from Champaign to DeKalb?

Book your Champaign to DeKalb bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

Champaign to DeKalb - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Champaign to DeKalb by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus Greyhound US0155S
5h 20m
$43–85
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
6h 12m
$24–86
Drive 143.3 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to DeKalbcar 143.3 mi
3h 8m
$27–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the train from Oak Park to Elburntrain Up-W
6h 44m
$32–75

Champaign to DeKalb by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 20mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.3 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Dekalb via Chicago Bus Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via Chicago Union Station, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 6h 12m.

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