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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Elburn is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Elburn is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Elburn?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Elburn. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Elburn via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Champaign to Elburn?

The distance between Champaign and Elburn is 173 miles. The road distance is 131.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Elburn without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $22 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Champaign to Elburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Elburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Champaign to Elburn?

The best way to get from Champaign to Elburn is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $22 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Champaign to Elburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Elburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Elburn is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Champaign to Elburn.

Where can I stay near Elburn?

There are 45+ hotels available in Elburn.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
4h 45m
$22–65
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
5h 17m
$33–66
Drive 130.4 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Elburncar 130.4 mi
2h 57m
$24–35
Fly, train
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain
4h 20m
$55–255
Bus
1. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to Oakbrook Mallbus Champaign to Chicago ends at Woodfield NB / ...
6h 23m
$51–70

Champaign to Elburn by train and foot

21Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.2 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Elburn via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Illinois Terminal to Oakbrook Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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