What is the cheapest way to get from Illinois to Mattoon?

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Mattoon is to train which costs $20 - $50 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Illinois to Mattoon?

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Mattoon is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Illinois and Mattoon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Mattoon Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Illinois to Mattoon?

The distance between Illinois and Mattoon is 174 miles. The road distance is 183.8 miles.

How do I travel from Illinois to Mattoon without a car?

The best way to get from Illinois to Mattoon without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs $20 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Illinois to Mattoon?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Mattoon Amtrak Station takes 3h 17m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Mattoon train from?

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

Where does the Illinois to Mattoon train arrive?

Illinois to Mattoon train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Mattoon Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Illinois to Mattoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Mattoon is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Illinois to Mattoon.

How do I get a train ticket from Illinois to Mattoon?

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Where can I stay near Mattoon?

There are 15+ hotels available in Mattoon.

Illinois to Mattoon - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Illinois to Mattoon by train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain Saluki / ...
3h 17m
$20–50
Drive 182.7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Mattooncar 182.7 mi
3h 5m
$34–49
Fly, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane ORD - CMI
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain
4h 40m
$54–289

Illinois to Mattoon by train (Amtrak)

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3h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and Mattoon, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Mattoon Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $20–50 and the journey takes 3h 17m.

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