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

The cheapest way to get from Mattoon to DeKalb is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mattoon to DeKalb is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Mattoon to DeKalb?

The distance between Mattoon and DeKalb is 247 miles. The road distance is 192.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mattoon to DeKalb without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 56m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Mattoon to DeKalb, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mattoon to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Mattoon to DeKalb is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Mattoon to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 20+ hotels available in DeKalb.

Mattoon to DeKalb - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus
6h 56m
$69–109
Drive 191.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mattoon to DeKalbcar 191.4 mi
3h 55m
$35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
7h 9m
$59–125

Mattoon to DeKalb by train and bus

14Weekly Services

6h 56mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

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

You can take a train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 7h 9m.

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