What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Rantoul?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Rantoul is to train which costs $15 - $45 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Rantoul?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Rantoul is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $15 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Rantoul?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Rantoul. However, there are services departing from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive and arriving at Walmart - Rantoul via 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Rantoul?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Rantoul Amtrak. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Chicago to Rantoul?

The distance between Chicago and Rantoul is 115 miles. The road distance is 121.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Rantoul without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Rantoul without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $15 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Rantoul?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Rantoul Amtrak takes 2h 4m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Rantoul bus from?

Chicago to Rantoul bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Chicago station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Rantoul train from?

Chicago to Rantoul train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Rantoul?

The best way to get from Chicago to Rantoul is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $15 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $150 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Chicago to Rantoul bus arrive?

Chicago to Rantoul bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Walmart - Rantoul station.

Where does the Chicago to Rantoul train arrive?

Chicago to Rantoul train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Rantoul Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Rantoul?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Rantoul is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Chicago to Rantoul.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Rantoul?

Book your Chicago to Rantoul train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rantoul?

There are 66+ hotels available in Rantoul.

Chicago to Rantoul - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chicago to Rantoul by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rantoul Amtraktrain Saluki / ...
2h 4m
$15–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Walmart - Rantoulbus Chicago / ...
3h 32m
$42–142
Drive 121.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Rantoulcar 121.2 mi
2h 5m
$23–32

Chicago to Rantoul by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

2h 4mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Rantoul, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Rantoul Amtrak twice daily. Tickets cost $15–45 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Chicago to Walmart - Rantoul once daily. Tickets cost $40–140 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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