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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Zion is to train which costs $21 - $65 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Zion is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Zion?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Zion. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Zion via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Champaign to Zion?

The distance between Champaign and Zion is 183 miles. The road distance is 174.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Zion without a car is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $65 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Champaign to Zion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Zion train from?

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

Train or bus from Champaign to Zion?

The best way to get from Champaign to Zion is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $65 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $21 - $65 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Champaign to Zion train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Zion?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Zion is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Champaign to Zion.

Where can I stay near Zion?

There are 88+ hotels available in Zion.

Champaign to Zion - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Champaign to Zion by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, 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 Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
4h 49m
$66–171
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Ziontrain Up-N
5h 10m
$21–65
Drive 173.8 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Zioncar 173.8 mi
3h 25m
$32–46
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 Clybourn to Ziontrain
4h 43m
$54–255
Train via Sheridan Rd & Washington St
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 25m
$22–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 38m
$33–73

Champaign to Zion by train and foot

21Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.4 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan once daily. Tickets cost $50–150 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Zion via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 5h 10m.

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