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How to get fromMattoon to DeKalbby train (Amtrak), train, bus or car

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationtrainSaluki / ...
    2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ElburntrainUp-W
    7h 3m
    $28–77
  2. Train, bus

    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
    7h 6m
    $45–112
  3. Drive 191.4 mi

    1. Drive from Mattoon to DeKalbcar191.4 mi
    3h 52m
    $35–51

Mattoon to DeKalb by train, foot, and bus

Calendar21Weekly Services
Duration7h 3mAverage Duration
Ticket$28Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 7h 3m.

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